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MX08 EKU

2008 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,567 mi
Last recorded22,567 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CB60014,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 EKU
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 22,567 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 20,499 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 19,621 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 18,737 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 18,540 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 17,582 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 16,732 miles

steering head bearings are slightly notchy

Fail 31 May 2018 16,711 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

steering head bearings are slightly notchy

Pass 3 Jun 2017 15,366 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 15,366 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 May 2016 12,069 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 10,100 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 7,600 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 5,910 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 5,158 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 May 2011 4,206 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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MX08 EKU is a 2008 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 14,982 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 CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 EKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX08 EKU registered?

MX08 EKU is a 2008 Honda CB600, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is MX08 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX08 EKU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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