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LG08 VMX

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,959 mi
Last recorded19,959 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 VMX
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 19,959 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 18,148 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 16,584 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 15,992 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 15,982 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 13,267 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 12,560 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 7,162 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 6,751 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 5,649 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 5,255 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,107 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 4,303 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 4,303 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2013 3,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 18,349 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 2,566 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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LG08 VMX is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG08 VMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG08 VMX registered?

LG08 VMX is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is LG08 VMX safe to buy?

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