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WU08 RBX

2008 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,591 mi
Last recorded30,591 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 RBX
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 30,591 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 30,591 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2021 30,537 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 29,772 miles

exhaust bracket broken but not blowing and still secure

Pass 7 Apr 2018 29,420 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 29,039 miles

main exhaust clamp broken but exhaust secure

Pass 30 Nov 2015 28,767 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 25,157 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 25,157 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 21,534 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 17,558 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 16,744 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 12,212 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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WU08 RBX is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Red 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 CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 23,604 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 WU08 RBX, 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 18 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU08 RBX?

You can check the full history of WU08 RBX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WU08 RBX registered?

WU08 RBX is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 9 March 2008.

Is WU08 RBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 RBX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU08 RBX have outstanding finance?

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