CarVerify

Free Car Check

MT08 WLC

2008 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,902 mi
Last recorded45,902 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 WLC
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 45,902 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 45,040 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 44,491 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 44,491 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 39,731 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 37,653 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 35,515 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 35,123 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 35,123 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 34,135 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,548 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 24,184 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 24,184 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 20,180 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 20,173 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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
Full Honda CBF500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MT08 WLC is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MT08 WLC, 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

How do I check the history of MT08 WLC?

You can check the full history of MT08 WLC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MT08 WLC registered?

MT08 WLC is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is MT08 WLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 WLC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT08 WLC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MT08 WLC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.