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AP08 VCJ

2008 Honda Cbf 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,879 mi
Last recorded13,879 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 100019,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 VCJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 13,879 miles

Front front tyre showing uneven wear on r/h side

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 10,699 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 10,686 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 10,593 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 10,546 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 10,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust can clamp is broken but can secure and not blowing.

Pass 29 Jun 2016 9,879 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 9,249 miles

front tyre cracking minor splits

Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,745 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 8,745 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,142 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 6,872 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000?

Based on 2,386 MOT tests across 180 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
1,249
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
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AP08 VCJ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 19,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbf 1000 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 VCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP08 VCJ registered?

AP08 VCJ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is AP08 VCJ safe to buy?

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