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FT08 LBV

2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,837 mi
Last recorded22,837 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-815,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 LBV
MakeHonda
ModelCb 600 FA-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 22,837 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 22,837 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 19,792 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 19,577 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 18,189 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 16,316 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 13,042 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 12,763 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 12,763 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 12,665 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 12,572 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 12,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 12,015 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,728 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 10,722 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 10,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2012 9,841 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 8,189 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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FT08 LBV is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FT08 LBV, 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 FT08 LBV registered?

FT08 LBV is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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