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SM08 ZFP

2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,820 mi
Last recorded28,820 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-815,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 ZFP
MakeHonda
ModelCb 600 FA-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 28,820 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 26,773 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 26,764 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2024 24,732 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 24,512 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 24,506 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 23,648 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 22,207 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 19,438 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jul 2016 16,081 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 14,314 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 12,862 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 11,950 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 11,443 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 10,510 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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SM08 ZFP is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM08 ZFP, 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 SM08 ZFP registered?

SM08 ZFP is a 2008 Honda Cb 600 FA-8, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is SM08 ZFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 ZFP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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