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OV08 YFO

2008 Honda CBR1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

13,406 mi
Last recorded13,406 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CBR100016,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 YFO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 13,406 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 12,900 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 7,808 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 7,808 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 7,722 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 7,722 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 7,687 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 7,261 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 7,261 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 6,889 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 6,492 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 30,512 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 5,883 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 2,085 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 2,085 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 4,084 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 4,084 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000?

Based on 3,934 MOT tests across 393 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
821
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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OV08 YFO is a 2008 Honda CBR1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 16,126 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 CBR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV08 YFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV08 YFO registered?

OV08 YFO is a 2008 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is OV08 YFO safe to buy?

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