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LB08 ZZG

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

30,864 mi
Last recorded30,864 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 ZZG
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 30,864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 36,049 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 32,138 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 32,138 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 26,335 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 26,335 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 16,089 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 16,089 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 10,330 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 10,126 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 10,126 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 ZZG is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZZG, 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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LB08 ZZG is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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