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KT08 TAU

2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,151 mi
Last recorded10,151 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-913,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 TAU
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 10,151 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 10,113 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 9,843 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 9,677 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2017 9,677 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 9,099 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 8,345 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 8,345 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 7,450 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 5,017 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 4,377 miles

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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KT08 TAU is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KT08 TAU, 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 KT08 TAU registered?

KT08 TAU is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 5 July 2008.

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The MOT history for KT08 TAU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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