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LB08 EYD

2008 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,031 mi
Last recorded37,031 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 EYD
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 37,031 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 36,287 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 34,999 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

No coolant in tank

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 34,999 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

No coolant in tank

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2016 26,508 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 31,204 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,975 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 17,162 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 9,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2012 9,966 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 8,395 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF500?

Based on 20,608 MOT tests across 1,723 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,444
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,723
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 310
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
wheel bearings have excessive free play 151
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 144
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LB08 EYD is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 23,604 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CBF500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB08 EYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB08 EYD registered?

LB08 EYD is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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