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GV08 OWM

2008 Honda CBF1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,548 mi
Last recorded8,548 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF100019,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 OWM
MakeHonda
ModelCBF1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 8,548 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 8,421 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 8,383 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 8,115 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 7,783 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 7,543 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 7,456 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 7,259 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 6,680 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 6,374 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 6,090 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 6,090 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 5,650 miles

Slight tear in Rubber on Rear Tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2014 5,050 miles

rear tyre has a cut but not down to the cords

Fail 30 Apr 2014 5,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear tyre has a cut but not down to the cords

Pass 2 May 2013 4,532 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 4,054 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 3,151 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF1000?

Based on 9,617 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,181
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 68
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
wheel bearings have excessive free play 39
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 27
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GV08 OWM is a 2008 Honda CBF1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 19,035 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV08 OWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CBF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GV08 OWM registered?

GV08 OWM is a 2008 Honda CBF1000, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is GV08 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 OWM 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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