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EF08 XFW

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,300 mi
Last recorded51,300 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 XFW
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 51,300 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 49,867 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 48,396 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 44,949 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 42,585 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 39,275 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 35,665 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 33,617 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 33,617 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 28,471 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 24,217 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 24,217 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 18,458 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 17,503 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,660 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 9,813 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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EF08 XFW is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EF08 XFW, 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 EF08 XFW registered?

EF08 XFW is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is EF08 XFW safe to buy?

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