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DS57 WRE

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,664 mi
Last recorded41,664 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 WRE
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 41,664 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 35,023 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2024 34,951 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 31,618 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked but not affecting aim or pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 25,067 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 18,923 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 18,841 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 18,455 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 16,982 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 15,307 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 12,922 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 12,596 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 12,596 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2014 11,069 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 11,069 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2013 5,925 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 5,684 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 3,103 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 1,608 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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DS57 WRE is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DS57 WRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS57 WRE registered?

DS57 WRE is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 12 January 2008.

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