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MT08 WLK

2008 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,507 mi
Last recorded44,507 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 WLK
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 44,507 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 44,507 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 44,354 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 44,354 miles

Central Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 43,701 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 42,637 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 37,079 miles

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

steering slightly notchy with wheel raised

Pass 31 May 2017 27,459 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 27,456 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

swing arm rusty

Pass 15 Apr 2016 26,681 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,551 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,529 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 14,333 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 12,941 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,263 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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MT08 WLK is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MT08 WLK, 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.

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What year was MT08 WLK registered?

MT08 WLK is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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