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FV08 VNM

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,714 mi
Last recorded27,714 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 VNM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 27,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2025 27,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 26,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 11 May 2024 26,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 25,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 25,036 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 22,806 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 20,203 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 16,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 15,593 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 13,690 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 13,142 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 11,800 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 10,271 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 10,039 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 8,271 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 6,690 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 5,615 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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FV08 VNM is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV08 VNM, 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.

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What year was FV08 VNM registered?

FV08 VNM is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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