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AB08 VNY

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,324 mi
Last recorded24,324 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-817,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VNY
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 24,324 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 23,342 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 23,342 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 20,734 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit in the centre of the tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 18,718 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 17,414 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 14,460 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 2 Mar 2015 11,393 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,495 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 9,495 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2012 7,267 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 4,308 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-8?

Based on 3,188 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,112
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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AB08 VNY is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,053 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 A-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 VNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 VNY registered?

AB08 VNY is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is AB08 VNY safe to buy?

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