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LY08 NCV

2008 Honda Cbf 600 N-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,060 mi
Last recorded48,060 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 600 N-818,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 NCV
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 600 N-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 48,060 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 46,880 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 46,876 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 46,206 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 44,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Silencer clamp missing

Fail 2 Mar 2023 44,526 miles

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

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Caliper pad securing pin inspection cap missing.

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Silencer clamp missing

Pass 22 Mar 2022 43,738 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swing arm and rear brake ferrules have surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 43,730 miles

Stop lamp not working not working on front lever nor rear pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swing arm and rear brake ferrules have surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,427 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 43,427 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 37,190 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 29,862 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 23,896 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 600 N-8?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
1,331
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 16
wheel bearings have excessive free play 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
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LY08 NCV is a 2008 Honda Cbf 600 N-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 600 N-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 18,656 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 600 N-8 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY08 NCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 600 N-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 600 N-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LY08 NCV registered?

LY08 NCV is a 2008 Honda Cbf 600 N-8, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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