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AU08 VBJ

2008 Honda CBR1000RR

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,094 mi
Last recorded20,094 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda CBR1000RR13,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VBJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000RR
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 20,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 19,410 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 17,523 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 17,523 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 16,423 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 16,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2013 15,901 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 13,935 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 13,934 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 11,962 miles

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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AU08 VBJ is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU08 VBJ, 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 AU08 VBJ registered?

AU08 VBJ is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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