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AU08 VBA

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,803 mi
Last recorded39,803 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-817,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VBA
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 AT-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 39,803 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 39,656 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2024 38,357 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 36,230 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 35,442 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 35,417 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 35,187 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 28,641 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 22,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,853 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 19,804 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,577 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 18,577 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 16,438 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 14,236 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 10,808 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 9,236 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8?

Based on 1,402 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,155
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Headlamp aim too high 3
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AU08 VBA is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 17,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 VBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 VBA registered?

AU08 VBA is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AU08 VBA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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