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SM04 LTX

2004 Honda CBF600

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,860 mi
Last recorded36,860 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF60019,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 LTX
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 36,860 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 36,858 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 36,061 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 35,949 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 34,797 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 34,776 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 34,776 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2020 33,153 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 33,153 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 32,587 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 32,587 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 31,572 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 30,262 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 28,331 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 25,201 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 21,791 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,439 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 17,127 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 15,294 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 15,294 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 13,927 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 13,297 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,788 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 8,500 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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SM04 LTX is a 2004 Honda CBF600 in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 19,006 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 SM04 LTX, 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 22 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 SM04 LTX registered?

SM04 LTX is a 2004 Honda CBF600, first registered on 21 April 2004.

Is SM04 LTX safe to buy?

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