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RV08 HFR

2008 Honda Cbf 1000-8

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,385 mi
Last recorded49,385 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000-818,038 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 HFR
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 49,385 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 49,385 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2025 46,454 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 42,730 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 39,324 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 37,478 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 36,450 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 36,446 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 35,576 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2020 35,576 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 33,383 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 32,600 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Handlebars slightly bent

Slight rust spots on fork stanchions

Pass 17 Mar 2016 32,467 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 30,575 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 30,418 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 27,781 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 25,091 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 25,091 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2012 19,567 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000-8?

Based on 1,296 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
1,243
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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RV08 HFR is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000-8 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 18,038 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 1000-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV08 HFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV08 HFR registered?

RV08 HFR is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000-8, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is RV08 HFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 HFR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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