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BU08 ABV

2008 Victory Hammer

Black Petrol 1634cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,733 mi
Last recorded20,733 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Victory Hammer11,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 ABV
MakeVictory
ModelHammer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,634cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 20,733 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 20,329 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 19,562 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 18,475 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 18,347 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 16,826 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 15,859 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 15,270 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 14,715 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 13,857 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 12,695 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 11,552 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 10,221 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 8,875 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 7,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2011 5,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 5,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

How Reliable is the Victory Hammer?

Based on 3,777 MOT tests across 404 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
656
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
404
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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BU08 ABV is a 2008 Victory Hammer in Black with a 1,634cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Victory Hammer models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 11,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Victory Hammer fails its MOT is registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 ABV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Victory Hammer typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Victory Hammer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 ABV registered?

BU08 ABV is a 2008 Victory Hammer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BU08 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 ABV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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