CarVerify

Free Car Check

HY08 OHL

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Black Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,338 mi
Last recorded22,338 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 OHL
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 22,338 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2026 22,314 miles

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2025 19,075 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 19,058 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock hand guards restrict full lock in both directions (2.1.4 (c))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 16,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 11,419 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 6,981 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 6,696 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 6,696 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 6,133 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 5,522 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 5,170 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 4,786 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 4,337 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 3,954 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 3,698 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 3,286 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 2,807 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 2,341 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-7?

Based on 10,790 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 26
Full Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HY08 OHL is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 17,308 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 Cbf 1000 A-7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY08 OHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HY08 OHL?

You can check the full history of HY08 OHL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HY08 OHL registered?

HY08 OHL is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HY08 OHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 OHL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY08 OHL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HY08 OHL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.