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FV08 BAU

2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,870 mi
Last recorded28,870 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-815,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 BAU
MakeHonda
ModelCb 600 FA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 28,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 27,595 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 27,346 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 25,220 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 25,203 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 20,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 19,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 18,112 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 16,861 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 15,437 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 9,523 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 5,102 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 2,231 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 1,883 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 1,822 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 1,596 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 1,596 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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FV08 BAU is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV08 BAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV08 BAU registered?

FV08 BAU is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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