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CY08 DKO

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,574 mi
Last recorded28,574 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-817,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 DKO
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 28,574 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 28,574 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 21,278 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 16,149 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2024 16,149 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 11,161 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 11,143 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 10,916 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm has very light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 10,593 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 10,350 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 9,707 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 8,997 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 7,717 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 6,615 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,794 miles

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

Front brakes are sticking slightly.

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 4,347 miles

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

Front brakes are sticking slightly.

Pass 13 Sep 2012 3,230 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 3,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 2,332 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 2,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-8?

Based on 3,188 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,112
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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CY08 DKO is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,053 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-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CY08 DKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CY08 DKO registered?

CY08 DKO is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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