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YE56 VVA

2006 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5

Black Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

42,152 mi
Last recorded42,152 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda Cb 1300 SA-516,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 VVA
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1300 SA-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 42,152 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 40,442 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 38,745 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 38,745 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 36,956 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 35,364 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose Exaust end can slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 34,477 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 32,739 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 31,905 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 31,328 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 31,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 29,794 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 27,762 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 25,615 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 25,615 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

tank loose

Fail 10 Dec 2012 23,510 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 23,510 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 18,942 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 18,942 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 12,656 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 11,168 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1300 SA-5?

Based on 4,759 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
952
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 13
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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YE56 VVA is a 2006 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 in Black with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 16,661 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 1300 SA-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE56 VVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YE56 VVA registered?

YE56 VVA is a 2006 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5, first registered on 8 December 2006.

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