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MW08 WRP

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,527 mi
Last recorded46,527 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-817,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 WRP
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 46,527 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2025 46,518 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 45,277 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 45,243 miles

Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced frame behind radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Motorcycle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced frame behind radiator (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 43,489 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 39,155 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 38,640 miles

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

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

Rear rear brake output low for effort given at pedal

Rear rear tyre has a small cut in tread

Pass 6 Aug 2019 38,060 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 38,060 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 38,031 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 35,383 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 30,494 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 25,741 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 17,216 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 10,334 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 9,324 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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MW08 WRP is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MW08 WRP, 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 MW08 WRP registered?

MW08 WRP is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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