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SG56 RDY

2006 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,681 mi
Last recorded9,681 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 RDY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 9,681 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 8,436 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 7,191 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 6,876 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 6,876 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 6,364 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 5,487 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 5,086 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 5,079 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 5,079 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on not working (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 4,775 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 4,772 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,555 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 4,065 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 3,913 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 3,506 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 2,510 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF500?

Based on 20,608 MOT tests across 1,723 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,444
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,723
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 310
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
wheel bearings have excessive free play 151
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 144
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SG56 RDY is a 2006 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,482 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 CBF500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG56 RDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SG56 RDY registered?

SG56 RDY is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SG56 RDY safe to buy?

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