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WR08 POU

2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

40,933 mi
Last recorded40,933 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-815,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 POU
MakeHonda
ModelCb 600 FA-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 40,933 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2024 40,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 24 May 2024 40,777 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 40,720 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 40,661 miles

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

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

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

Fail 12 May 2021 40,661 miles

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

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 40,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear washer missing from spindle nut

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2020 40,524 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear washer missing from spindle nut

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 40,523 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 37,993 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 37,583 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

One mirror only fitted on the vehicle

Pass 23 Dec 2017 24,082 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 22,579 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 21,468 miles

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

exhaust noisy

Pass 15 Jan 2015 19,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 16,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 8,813 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 600 FA-8?

Based on 4,693 MOT tests across 429 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,165
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 17
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WR08 POU is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,852 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 Cb 600 FA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR08 POU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 600 FA-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 600 FA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WR08 POU registered?

WR08 POU is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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