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AU08 VEL

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,213 mi
Last recorded33,213 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-817,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2025 33,213 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 30,830 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 29,790 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 29,095 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 26,603 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 25,596 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 24,647 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 22,848 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 21,058 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 19,276 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 13,158 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,568 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 8,149 miles

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 12 Jul 2011 6,672 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 VEL is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VEL, 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 VEL registered?

AU08 VEL is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is AU08 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 VEL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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