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AB08 VNW

2008 Honda CBR1000RR

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,754 mi
Last recorded26,754 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBR1000RR13,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VNW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000RR
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 26,754 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 26,749 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2022 26,745 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 26,352 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 26,328 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 25,497 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,980 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 20,030 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 20,030 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 17,726 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 13,464 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 9,969 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 7,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Reflector incorrect size

number plate font slghtly smaller though still visible

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000RR?

Based on 73,826 MOT tests across 6,890 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
864
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
6,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 708
reflector on motorcycle missing 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 235
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 179
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AB08 VNW is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBR1000RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 13,797 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 CBR1000RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 VNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000RR typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CBR1000RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AB08 VNW registered?

AB08 VNW is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is AB08 VNW safe to buy?

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