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GL08 FWN

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,935 mi
Last recorded29,935 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FWN
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 29,935 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 29,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 29,556 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 29,172 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 28,857 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,537 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 28,528 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 25,619 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 22,883 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 20,056 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 16,660 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 15,545 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,137 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 11,739 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
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GL08 FWN is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL08 FWN, 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 GL08 FWN?

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What year was GL08 FWN registered?

GL08 FWN is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is GL08 FWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 FWN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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