CarVerify

Free Car Check

FV08 ELX

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Silver Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,682 mi
Last recorded21,682 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ELX
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 21,682 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 20,367 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 18,187 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 15,320 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 12,613 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 12,558 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 12,019 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 11,872 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 8,646 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 7,510 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 6,896 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 6,790 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,763 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 6,688 miles

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

rear brake lamp switch needs slight adjustment

Pass 5 Apr 2011 6,206 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
Full Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FV08 ELX is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV08 ELX, 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

How do I check the history of FV08 ELX?

You can check the full history of FV08 ELX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV08 ELX registered?

FV08 ELX is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FV08 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 ELX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 ELX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FV08 ELX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.