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WP08 XYR

2008 Honda CB1000R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,891 mi
Last recorded17,891 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CB1000R15,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 XYR
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 17,891 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 16,996 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 16,002 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 15,267 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 14,906 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 14,451 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 13,545 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 13,334 miles

The rear brake fluid level is below max.

The rear brake pads have just under 2mm of friction material.

Fail 1 Nov 2017 13,324 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

The rear brake fluid level is below max.

The rear brake pads have just under 2mm of friction material.

Pass 1 Nov 2016 12,926 miles

The front brake pads are aprox 70% worn.

The rear brake pads are aprox 80% worn.

Pass 6 Aug 2015 12,799 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 11,968 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 10,976 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 9,987 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 7,920 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1000R?

Based on 2,499 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,028
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
221
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
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WP08 XYR is a 2008 Honda CB1000R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 15,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP08 XYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WP08 XYR registered?

WP08 XYR is a 2008 Honda CB1000R, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is WP08 XYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP08 XYR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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