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LD06 MLV

2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,739 mi
Last recorded57,739 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-625,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD06 MLV
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 57,739 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 55,937 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 54,778 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 52,779 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 50,459 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 50,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 47,731 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 42,255 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 37,299 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 37,298 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 34,031 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 34,031 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 32,123 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 30,650 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 25,291 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 22,345 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 17,223 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 14,407 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2010 14,407 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 12,213 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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LD06 MLV is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 25,320 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 LD06 MLV, 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 20 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 LD06 MLV registered?

LD06 MLV is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is LD06 MLV safe to buy?

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