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BG08 VPD

2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,064 mi
Last recorded35,064 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-912,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VPD
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 35,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 35,063 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 34,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 31,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 30,247 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 29,823 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 27,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 27,268 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right Incorrect lamp type fitted (LED) affecting beam pattern. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 22,254 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2019 22,253 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 16,213 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 16,213 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 15,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 13,627 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 13,627 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 13,153 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 11,912 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 11,912 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,266 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 8,926 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 7,772 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9?

Based on 4,345 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
942
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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BG08 VPD is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,674 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 Cb 1000 RA-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 VPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG08 VPD is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 5 July 2008.

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