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LV08 VAF

2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,505 mi
Last recorded35,505 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-912,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 VAF
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 35,505 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2026 35,495 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 33,754 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 33,754 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 30,706 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 28,058 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 27,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2017 25,518 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 23,600 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 23,600 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 20,509 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 18,303 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 15,799 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,254 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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LV08 VAF is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in White 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 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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV08 VAF, 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 LV08 VAF registered?

LV08 VAF is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is LV08 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 VAF 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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