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CE08 YXO

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,977 mi
Last recorded47,977 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 YXO
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 47,977 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 47,647 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 47,179 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 46,846 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2022 46,832 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,527 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 38,223 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,601 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 26,966 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 20,691 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 15,165 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 13,472 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 13,472 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 11,523 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 11,523 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 10,948 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 10,493 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 9,872 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 7,542 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 7,542 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-7?

Based on 10,790 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 26
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CE08 YXO is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 17,308 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 A-7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE08 YXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE08 YXO registered?

CE08 YXO is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is CE08 YXO safe to buy?

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