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FT08 FWE

2008 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

17,076 mi
Last recorded17,076 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CB100013,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 FWE
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 17,076 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 16,810 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2022 16,792 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2021 16,717 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2021 16,717 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 16,487 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 16,382 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 15,866 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 15,479 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 14,853 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 14,301 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 13,265 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 13,265 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 11,900 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 11,900 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 10,757 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

small number plate fitted

How Reliable is the Honda CB1000?

Based on 8,993 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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FT08 FWE is a 2008 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 13,881 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 CB1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT08 FWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT08 FWE registered?

FT08 FWE is a 2008 Honda CB1000, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is FT08 FWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 FWE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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