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MK08 YRE

2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,865 mi
Last recorded32,865 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-717,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 YRE
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 32,865 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 32,613 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 32,418 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 31,907 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 31,901 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2021 31,012 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 30,053 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 28,377 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 25,107 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 23,711 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,353 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 20,751 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 18,169 miles

Motorcycle battery charging system faulty.

Pass 30 Apr 2013 12,491 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 5,921 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 5,525 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-7?

Based on 10,790 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 26
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MK08 YRE is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 17,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK08 YRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK08 YRE registered?

MK08 YRE is a 2008 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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