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SU06 MKE

2006 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,360 mi
Last recorded14,360 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU06 MKE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 14,360 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 13,704 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 12,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,163 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake binding slightly

Fail 21 Apr 2015 7,232 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2013 8,302 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 7,985 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2012 7,985 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 5,837 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 5,754 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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SU06 MKE is a 2006 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SU06 MKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SU06 MKE registered?

SU06 MKE is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 14 August 2006.

Is SU06 MKE safe to buy?

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