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CU08 BYG

2008 Honda Vtx 1300S

Black Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

21,254 mi
Last recorded21,254 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S9,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 BYG
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 21,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 21,076 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 20,849 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 20,849 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 20,337 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 20,337 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 20,006 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 19,252 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2021 19,252 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 18,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 17,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 15,548 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 15,548 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 13,092 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 13,092 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2016 8,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 8,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 7,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 7,224 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 6,966 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 5,813 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1300S?

Based on 5,362 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
880
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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CU08 BYG is a 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S in Black with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 9,804 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 Vtx 1300S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU08 BYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1300S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vtx 1300S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU08 BYG registered?

CU08 BYG is a 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is CU08 BYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 BYG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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