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AU08 VDJ

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,853 mi
Last recorded36,853 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-817,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VDJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 AT-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 36,853 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 36,218 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 33,710 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 30,065 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 25,151 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 23,447 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 19,518 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 16,997 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 13,834 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 13,834 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 12,778 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 12,765 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 10,944 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,286 miles

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 VDJ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 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 VDJ, 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 VDJ registered?

AU08 VDJ is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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