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LC58 BOV

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,038 mi
Last recorded48,038 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-817,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC58 BOV
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 48,038 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 45,308 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 41,265 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 38,663 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 36,161 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2021 36,139 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 30,588 miles

coolant reservoir low on coolant

Pass 14 Dec 2019 21,901 miles

noisy chain bearing/chain

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 19,570 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 19,430 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 18,907 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 17,922 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 17,000 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 13,333 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 10,722 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 8,573 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 8,573 miles

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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LC58 BOV is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LC58 BOV, 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.

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What year was LC58 BOV registered?

LC58 BOV is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-8, first registered on 25 October 2008.

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The MOT history for LC58 BOV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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