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WG57 XDH

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

38,100 mi
Last recorded38,100 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 XDH
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 38,100 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 38,100 miles

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

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 37,842 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 37,804 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 37,648 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 37,648 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 36,077 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 34,030 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 29,451 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 24,295 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 18,525 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 12,858 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 12,858 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 10,873 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 10,873 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 10,873 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2011 8,113 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 500 A-6?

Based on 5,551 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,521
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
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WG57 XDH is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 24,278 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 500 A-6 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG57 XDH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 500 A-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 500 A-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WG57 XDH is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 22 February 2008.

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