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OY08 UCU

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,584 mi
Last recorded20,584 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 UCU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 20,584 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 19,923 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 19,131 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 17,760 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 14,438 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 13,763 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 12,746 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,323 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 9,202 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 9,202 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 8,539 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 6,638 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 6,638 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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OY08 UCU is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY08 UCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was OY08 UCU registered?

OY08 UCU is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is OY08 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 UCU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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