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WJ08 HKB

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,757 mi
Last recorded28,757 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 HKB
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 28,757 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 28,757 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak front fork leg leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 28,639 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 28,351 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc is worn and has a lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 27,951 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 27,884 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 27,596 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar slightly corroded. slight twist on bar (2.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 27,429 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,029 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 25,712 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 20,776 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2011 16,180 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Jun 2011 16,180 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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WJ08 HKB is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 24,278 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 WJ08 HKB, 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 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 500 A-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ08 HKB registered?

WJ08 HKB is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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