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GK08 TUA

2008 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,163 mi
Last recorded20,163 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr13,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 TUA
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 20,163 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 20,160 miles

Central Rear Lower Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released no front brake or rear brake stop lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2024 20,152 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2024 19,834 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 19,494 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 18,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 18,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 16,695 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 16,549 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Front brake shows fluctuation on test (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak LEFT HAND fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Rear brake light does not eliminate instantly (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy steering head bearings notchy at centre point. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 15,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive slight play in rear suspension. (2.4.B.4)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. rear wheel bead distorted. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 May 2018 15,406 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play front wheel has excessive play. (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive slight play in rear suspension. (2.4.B.4)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. rear wheel bead distorted. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,987 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 12,987 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 8,483 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 3,007 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 2,715 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 2,489 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 297 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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GK08 TUA is a 2008 Honda Cbr in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,200 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 TUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK08 TUA registered?

GK08 TUA is a 2008 Honda Cbr, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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