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L6 VMB

2006 Honda Cbf 1000-6

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,870 mi
Last recorded33,870 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda Cbf 1000-619,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 VMB
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000-6
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 33,870 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 33,111 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2025 33,111 miles

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

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

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 32,157 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 31,099 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 30,387 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 29,296 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 27,806 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 27,571 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 26,701 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 26,561 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 25,889 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 25,455 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 25,170 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 25,170 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 20,402 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 16,310 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 10,768 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000-6?

Based on 1,362 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
1,129
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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L6 VMB is a 2006 Honda Cbf 1000-6 in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Honda Cbf 1000-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 19,836 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 1000-6 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L6 VMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L6 VMB registered?

L6 VMB is a 2006 Honda Cbf 1000-6, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is L6 VMB safe to buy?

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