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SM07 VTJ

2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

24,887 mi
Last recorded24,887 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-622,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM07 VTJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 24,887 miles

Front Corrosion. Needs attention

Rear Chain guard not fitted at tine of test

Fail 9 Apr 2026 24,887 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Corrosion. Needs attention

Rear Chain guard not fitted at tine of test

Pass 16 May 2025 24,373 miles

Rear Chain guard not fitted at time of test

Rear Rear swinging arm slight corrosion and needs attention before next mot

Pass 13 May 2024 23,855 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose rubber missing but footrest in place (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 23,467 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2022 23,467 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2021 22,766 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 21,855 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm needs attention in due course (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 21,855 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected extremely stiff (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure severe cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm needs attention in due course (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 19,875 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 19,875 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 18,382 miles

front fork stansions pitted

Fail 6 Mar 2018 18,382 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 16,766 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 16,733 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,420 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 15,420 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2015 13,766 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 11,758 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 9,276 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 9,258 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 8,390 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 7,597 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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SM07 VTJ is a 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 22,250 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 SM07 VTJ, 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 19 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 SM07 VTJ registered?

SM07 VTJ is a 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 13 April 2007.

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