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CV08 VXL

2008 Honda CBR1000RR

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,534 mi
Last recorded24,534 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBR1000RR13,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 VXL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000RR
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 24,534 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 24,031 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 23,906 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 23,431 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 21,748 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 20,269 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 20,269 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 18,962 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 17,888 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 16,733 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 15,767 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,564 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 12,473 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 12,473 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 10,526 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 10,526 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000RR?

Based on 73,826 MOT tests across 6,890 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
864
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
6,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 708
reflector on motorcycle missing 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 235
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 179
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CV08 VXL is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBR1000RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 13,797 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 CBR1000RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV08 VXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000RR typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CBR1000RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV08 VXL registered?

CV08 VXL is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is CV08 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 VXL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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