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GY08 YKR

2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8

Beige Petrol 279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,326 mi
Last recorded20,326 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-813,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 YKR
MakeHonda
ModelSh 300 A-8
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine279cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 20,326 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth @ 2-5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 May 2026 20,323 miles

Central Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light rear light lens missing (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth @ 2-5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 19,169 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 17,008 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 15,818 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 13,500 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 11,795 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 8,117 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 5,539 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2017 5,535 miles

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 3,410 miles

slight cracks to side walls on tyres

Pass 6 Sep 2014 654 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 638 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 638 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sh 300 A-8?

Based on 1,877 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
1,037
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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GY08 YKR is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8 in Beige with a 279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 13,002 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 Sh 300 A-8 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY08 YKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sh 300 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Sh 300 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY08 YKR registered?

GY08 YKR is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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