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LA08 UVV

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,577 mi
Last recorded50,577 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-817,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 UVV
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 50,577 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 50,459 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 50,459 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 45,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 44,681 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 44,280 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 44,280 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 42,030 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in shock top mount and lower link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,745 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 36,703 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 33,982 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 23,706 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 12,463 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 10,456 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-8?

Based on 3,188 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,112
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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LA08 UVV is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,053 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-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 UVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA08 UVV registered?

LA08 UVV is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is LA08 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 UVV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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