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DG08 VTK

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,764 mi
Last recorded31,764 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VTK
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 31,764 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 31,764 miles

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

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 25,705 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 25,704 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 22,880 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 18,642 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 13,659 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 13,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2012 12,326 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 11,376 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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DG08 VTK is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 VTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG08 VTK registered?

DG08 VTK is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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