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LN08 YSY

2008 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,817 mi
Last recorded32,817 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 YSY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 32,817 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 32,817 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 32,743 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 32,287 miles

Offside Rear drive chain needs adjustment.

Pass 22 Sep 2018 27,843 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 27,843 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticks open on when turning (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 26,699 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 24,880 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 24,278 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 23,247 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 22,608 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 18,612 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 12,578 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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LN08 YSY is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 23,604 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LN08 YSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LN08 YSY registered?

LN08 YSY is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LN08 YSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 YSY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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