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LT08 VUY

2008 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

54,571 mi
Last recorded54,571 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 VUY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 54,571 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 53,581 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 53,035 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 53,035 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible dirty (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2023 50,330 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 49,107 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 46,778 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 45,379 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 41,893 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 39,535 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 34,850 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 27,878 miles

Rear tyre feathered on edges

rear brake lever bent

Pass 27 Feb 2015 23,362 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 15,298 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 15,298 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 8,643 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 8,422 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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LT08 VUY is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LT08 VUY, 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 LT08 VUY registered?

LT08 VUY is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is LT08 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 VUY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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