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LB08 RYW

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,390 mi
Last recorded47,390 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-817,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 RYW
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 47,390 miles

Offside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 47,377 miles

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

Offside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 46,828 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 46,439 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 45,848 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 45,848 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 45,109 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 45,109 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 44,433 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 43,385 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 42,805 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 41,237 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 41,236 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 40,321 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 39,369 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 37,640 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 35,332 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 May 2012 32,679 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 28,089 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-8?

Based on 3,188 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,112
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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LB08 RYW is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,053 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 A-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB08 RYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LB08 RYW registered?

LB08 RYW is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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