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K18 JFN

2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

36,617 mi
Last recorded36,617 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-913,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 JFN
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 36,617 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,613 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 35,600 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 30,794 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 30,147 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 30,147 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 20,386 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 13,090 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 10,773 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 10,773 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 2,846 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 14,343 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 13,288 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 11,064 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 11,064 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 10,107 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 8,721 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 8,721 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 R-9?

Based on 3,819 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
904
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 8
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K18 JFN is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 13,391 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 Cb 1000 R-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K18 JFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 R-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 R-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K18 JFN registered?

K18 JFN is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is K18 JFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K18 JFN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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