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LB08 ZYJ

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,261 mi
Last recorded48,261 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 ZYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 48,261 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 48,261 miles

Central Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 48,142 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 47,683 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 46,742 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 46,209 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 45,186 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 44,421 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 44,375 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 44,248 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 44,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 43,190 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,016 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 34,230 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 32,848 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 26,266 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 500 A-6?

Based on 5,551 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,521
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
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LB08 ZYJ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 24,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbf 500 A-6 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB08 ZYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 500 A-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 500 A-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB08 ZYJ registered?

LB08 ZYJ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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