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GU08 KTN

2008 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5

White Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,730 mi
Last recorded49,730 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1300 SA-516,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 KTN
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1300 SA-5
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 49,730 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 48,860 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 47,932 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 46,796 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 46,796 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 45,134 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 44,136 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Slightly intermittent on initial application. (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 43,603 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 43,433 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 37,424 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 31,508 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 26,495 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 23,657 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2013 18,218 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 18,218 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 12,488 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 11,809 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 7,996 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1300 SA-5?

Based on 4,759 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
952
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 13
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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GU08 KTN is a 2008 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 in White with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 16,348 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 Cb 1300 SA-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU08 KTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU08 KTN registered?

GU08 KTN is a 2008 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GU08 KTN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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