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LB08 ZYK

2008 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,813 mi
Last recorded50,813 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 ZYK
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 50,813 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 50,340 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 49,813 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Only slight. (1.2.1 (e))

Rear mudguard mountings slightly worn and loose.

Fail 14 May 2024 49,813 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right Adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Only slight. (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Was fitted wrong way round. (5.2.3 (i))

Rear mudguard mountings slightly worn and loose.

Pass 9 Jun 2023 48,521 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 47,568 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 46,098 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 May 2021 46,098 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 May 2020 42,286 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 37,440 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 37,170 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 37,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre has split not showing cords

Pass 21 Jun 2016 34,771 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 33,081 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 33,075 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 31,314 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 30,414 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,569 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 ZYK is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZYK, 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 ZYK registered?

LB08 ZYK is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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The MOT history for LB08 ZYK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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