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RO09 TWL

2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

22,967 mi
Last recorded22,967 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-913,178 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 TWL
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 22,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 22,957 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 18,065 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 18,065 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

squeak on front brake possible shim plate

Pass 22 Feb 2023 16,213 miles

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 10,275 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 14,723 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 10,126 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 10,126 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 8,458 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 6,541 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 5,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 3,734 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 3,618 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 3,618 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 3,118 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 3,118 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9?

Based on 4,345 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
942
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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RO09 TWL is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 13,178 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 1000 RA-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO09 TWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO09 TWL registered?

RO09 TWL is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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