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LO08 OPA

2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,901 mi
Last recorded42,901 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-912,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 OPA
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 42,901 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2024 42,054 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 40,612 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 39,504 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 39,504 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 38,428 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 37,132 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 36,057 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 33,604 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 27,638 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,584 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 21,069 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,137 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,122 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,641 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9?

Based on 4,345 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
942
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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LO08 OPA is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,674 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO08 OPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO08 OPA registered?

LO08 OPA is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is LO08 OPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 OPA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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