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GR57 AEY

2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,067 mi
Last recorded41,067 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-817,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 AEY
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 600 SA-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 41,067 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 36,692 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Upper rear top box slightly loose fittings

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 33,189 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 29,810 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 29,807 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 25,476 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 23,325 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 18,193 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 9,906 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 9,647 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 9,230 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 8,853 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 8,853 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Battery iffy, needed a jump start.

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 8,307 miles

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

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

Oil filter about to rust through !!

Pass 13 Sep 2011 6,987 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 6,043 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 600 SA-8?

Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,279
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
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GR57 AEY is a 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 17,398 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 600 SA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GR57 AEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GR57 AEY registered?

GR57 AEY is a 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GR57 AEY safe to buy?

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