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PF08 DXY

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

39,645 mi
Last recorded39,645 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 DXY
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 39,645 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 16 Jan 2026 39,640 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 May 2024 34,416 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 1 May 2024 34,416 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 34,182 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

slight cracking in front tyre

Fail 17 Feb 2023 34,182 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

slight cracking in front tyre

Front Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 34,124 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 33,374 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 31,139 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 31,139 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,263 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,275 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 19,275 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 10,609 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,510 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 8,510 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

abs light on at time off test

tyre inflated at time off test due to being flat

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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PF08 DXY is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 PF08 DXY, 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 PF08 DXY registered?

PF08 DXY is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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