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GU08 NPG

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,474 mi
Last recorded24,474 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 NPG
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 24,474 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 24,550 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 24,180 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 22,722 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 22,613 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 22,354 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also has a nail in it. (5.2.3 (e))

Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy with the wheel raised. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 21,983 miles

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

Rear Rear tyre has a nail in.

Pass 30 Nov 2016 21,000 miles

rear tyre has nail in

Fail 30 Nov 2016 21,000 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake (1.3.1a)

rear tyre has nail in

Pass 3 Dec 2015 20,380 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 18,707 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 17,650 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 16,612 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2011 14,152 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

number plate light not working.

Pass 6 May 2011 14,152 miles

number plate light not working.

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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GU08 NPG is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU08 NPG, 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 GU08 NPG registered?

GU08 NPG is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is GU08 NPG safe to buy?

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