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FV08 ELW

2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8

Gold Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,267 mi
Last recorded30,267 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-815,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ELW
MakeHonda
ModelCb 600 FA-8
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 30,267 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2024 26,017 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 21,973 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 21,912 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 21,809 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 21,795 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 21,606 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 21,508 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 21,508 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 21,200 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 21,200 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high main beam too high adjusted (1.6)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 20,404 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 19,110 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 17,425 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

gear lever pivot slightly worn

Pass 6 Feb 2014 13,263 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 11,320 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 7,187 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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FV08 ELW is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 in Gold 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 ELW, 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 ELW registered?

FV08 ELW is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 ELW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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