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EJ08 HYV

2008 Honda CBR1000RR

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,796 mi
Last recorded24,796 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBR1000RR13,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 HYV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000RR
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 24,796 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 23,372 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 23,372 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 22,033 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2024 22,033 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 20,655 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 18,911 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 18,826 miles

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

Lower exhaust clamp deteriorated.

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 18,695 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 15,987 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 12,775 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 11,767 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 10,845 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 7,602 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake pads 2-3mm

Pass 22 Apr 2013 6,578 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 5,924 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 5,924 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 5,887 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 4,908 miles

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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EJ08 HYV is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EJ08 HYV, 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 EJ08 HYV registered?

EJ08 HYV is a 2008 Honda CBR1000RR, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is EJ08 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 HYV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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