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LC57 VZR

2008 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,387 mi
Last recorded36,387 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 VZR
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 36,387 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 35,917 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 35,889 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 35,713 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 35,230 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 35,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 34,771 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 33,058 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 31,053 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 29,729 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 29,729 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 25,538 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 25,538 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 21,353 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 15,998 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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LC57 VZR is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC57 VZR, 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 LC57 VZR registered?

LC57 VZR is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is LC57 VZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 VZR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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