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GY08 YKO

2008 Honda CBF1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

53,571 mi
Last recorded53,571 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF100019,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 YKO
MakeHonda
ModelCBF1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 53,571 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 50,070 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 45,430 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 41,194 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2023 41,194 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock hand gaurds fitted. (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

o/s and n/s silencer clamps missing.

Pass 8 Mar 2022 36,567 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 33,031 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 33,031 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort fluctuation of brake effort around 25kg on rear brake (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 31,423 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 27,190 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 24,913 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 24,913 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 19,737 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 19,737 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 11,621 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 11,585 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 8,422 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 8,418 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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GY08 YKO is a 2008 Honda CBF1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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

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 GY08 YKO, 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 GY08 YKO registered?

GY08 YKO is a 2008 Honda CBF1000, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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