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MT08 KWA

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,776 mi
Last recorded32,776 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 KWA
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 32,776 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 31,034 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 28,608 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 26,180 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 25,758 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 25,318 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 23,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 23,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 21,930 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,937 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 20,217 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 19,421 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,901 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,736 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,896 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 11,731 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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MT08 KWA is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 24,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MT08 KWA, 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 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 500 A-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT08 KWA registered?

MT08 KWA is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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