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RF08 XGK

2008 Honda CBF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,794 mi
Last recorded47,794 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF60017,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 XGK
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 47,794 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 47,606 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 47,606 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 44,193 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 44,193 miles

Central Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 40,917 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 40,489 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 40,417 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 40,200 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 39,877 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 35,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Oct 2017 35,867 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 28,216 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 20,052 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 19,477 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 19,477 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 17,418 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 15,837 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 15,837 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2011 13,747 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 13,747 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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RF08 XGK is a 2008 Honda CBF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,388 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 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 RF08 XGK, 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 18 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF08 XGK registered?

RF08 XGK is a 2008 Honda CBF600, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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