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WV57 CKU

2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,573 mi
Last recorded58,573 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-622,250 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV57 CKU
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 58,573 miles

Rear suspension has very little functional travel

Pass 27 Feb 2025 58,437 miles

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

Rear suspension has very little functional travel

throttle binding slightly in operation

Fail 20 Feb 2025 58,437 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear suspension has very little functional travel

clutch and throttle cables binding on frame slightly

throttle binding slightly in operation

Pass 7 Feb 2024 57,915 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 56,294 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 55,284 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 55,284 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 54,955 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 54,753 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 49,033 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 40,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 33,868 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 33,868 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 28,126 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 27,377 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 24,019 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,205 miles

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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WV57 CKU is a 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 22,250 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 WV57 CKU, 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 19 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 WV57 CKU registered?

WV57 CKU is a 2007 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 22 September 2007.

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The MOT history for WV57 CKU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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