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OU05 XSW

2005 Honda CBF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF60018,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 XSW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 17 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 16,502 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 16,304 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 16,252 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 15,923 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 15,918 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2017 15,866 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 15,730 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 15,440 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 11,430 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 13,896 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,300 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 12,798 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 12,186 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 11,315 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 9,702 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF600?

Based on 51,353 MOT tests across 4,122 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 612
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 503
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
wheel bearings have excessive free play 254
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OU05 XSW is a 2005 Honda CBF600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 612 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU05 XSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU05 XSW registered?

OU05 XSW is a 2005 Honda CBF600, first registered on 12 March 2005.

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The MOT history for OU05 XSW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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