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SM08 HKZ

2008 Honda CBF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,551 mi
Last recorded35,551 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF60017,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 HKZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 35,551 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 35,505 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 35,350 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 35,026 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 27,613 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 12,680 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 12,680 miles

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 8,920 miles

A.B.S. light on

Pass 18 Feb 2017 1,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged frame stop slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake component has a poor repair rear master cylinder not secured properly. (3.1.5)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 18 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged steering stop damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 13,194 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 6,358 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 6,127 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 5,780 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 4,567 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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SM08 HKZ is a 2008 Honda CBF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM08 HKZ, 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 SM08 HKZ registered?

SM08 HKZ is a 2008 Honda CBF600, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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