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RE08 MGZ

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,704 mi
Last recorded13,704 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 MGZ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 13,704 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 13,704 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 12,826 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 12,826 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 12,199 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 11,077 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 11,053 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2013 10,895 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 10,799 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,928 miles

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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RE08 MGZ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RE08 MGZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE08 MGZ registered?

RE08 MGZ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is RE08 MGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 MGZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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