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LC08 FLN

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,769 mi
Last recorded31,769 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 FLN
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 31,769 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 31,769 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 31,641 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 31,641 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 31,464 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 31,464 miles

Stop lamp not working when applying rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2018 31,036 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 31,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 30,054 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 29,306 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 27,205 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 27,205 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2013 23,254 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 23,254 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

drive chain has tight spots

Pass 10 May 2012 20,254 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

rear brake pedal starting to siese up.

Pass 13 May 2011 15,536 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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LC08 FLN 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 62.5%.

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 LC08 FLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 FLN registered?

LC08 FLN is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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