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KM08 RFK

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

43,341 mi
Last recorded43,341 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 RFK
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 43,341 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 43,341 miles

Rear Brake component insecure Brake pad pin is insecure and only just located in caliper. (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2024 41,583 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON wear limit. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON wear limit. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear swinging arm rusty.

Pass 17 Jul 2023 40,244 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear swinging arm rusty. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 38,091 miles

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

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

Oil leak.

Fail 11 Jul 2022 38,059 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak.

Pass 12 Jul 2021 35,795 miles

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 35,733 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2021 35,677 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear shock corroded.

Pass 9 Jun 2020 34,066 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 34,035 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2019 32,176 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headrace bearing slightly notchy

Pass 11 Jun 2018 31,053 miles

Steering movement slightly notchy when wheel raised.

Fail 9 Jun 2018 31,020 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable Rear tyre rotation incorrect. (5.2.3 (a))

Steering movement slightly notchy when wheel raised.

Fail 26 May 2018 30,981 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 29,531 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 28,423 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 26,632 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))

Pass 9 May 2014 25,211 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 23,288 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
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KM08 RFK is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KM08 RFK, 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.

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What year was KM08 RFK registered?

KM08 RFK is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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