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AV08 ZYZ

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

20,960 mi
Last recorded20,960 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 ZYZ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 20,960 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Feb 2025 20,960 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 20,605 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 20,554 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 20,554 miles

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 20,417 miles

wires and pipes hanging down from fairing top section but not restricting lock to lock

Pass 24 Oct 2020 19,409 miles

throttle cables damaged but operate ok

Pass 7 Oct 2019 18,118 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 18,108 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Radiator not mounted correctly

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,799 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Indicators slightly fast

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 15,787 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Indicators slightly fast

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 15,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Indicators slightly fast

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jan 2017 12,514 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 11,751 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2015 11,403 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 10,079 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 10,079 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 8,143 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 6,025 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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AV08 ZYZ is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 ZYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV08 ZYZ is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 16 August 2008.

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