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OU08 YZF

2008 Honda Cb

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,373 mi
Last recorded20,373 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb13,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 YZF
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 20,373 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 19,934 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 19,706 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 19,494 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 18,742 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2021 18,742 miles

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

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 18,395 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 18,395 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 15,819 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 12,963 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 17,109 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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OU08 YZF is a 2008 Honda Cb in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,100 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 YZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 YZF registered?

OU08 YZF is a 2008 Honda Cb, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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