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LO08 ABU

2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8

Red Petrol 279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,296 mi
Last recorded7,296 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-813,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 ABU
MakeHonda
ModelSh 300 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine279cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 7,296 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 6,862 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 6,301 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 5,661 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 4,830 miles

Nearside Rear Sidewall of tyre cracked but not down to ply tyre dated 2012

Pass 3 Sep 2020 4,351 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 3,637 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 3,527 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 3,380 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 3,099 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 2,539 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 2,508 miles

A.B.S. LIGHT STAYING ON

Fail 27 May 2011 2,466 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

A.B.S. LIGHT STAYING ON

How Reliable is the Honda Sh 300 A-8?

Based on 1,877 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
1,037
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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LO08 ABU is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8 in Red with a 279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 13,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Sh 300 A-8 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO08 ABU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sh 300 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Sh 300 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LO08 ABU registered?

LO08 ABU is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-8, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is LO08 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 ABU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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