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ML09 XKS

2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,543 mi
Last recorded24,543 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-912,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 XKS
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 24,543 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 23,433 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 21,864 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 21,613 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 21,587 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 21,116 miles

head lamp pass switch not working

rear foot pegs not fitted

rear reflector incorporated in lamp

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front indicators closely positioned

Fail 21 Dec 2021 21,116 miles

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

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

rear reflector incorporated in lamp

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front indicators closely positioned

head lamp pass switch not working

rear foot pegs not fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2019 16,234 miles

long travel rear brake

Pass 30 Jul 2018 14,054 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 10,577 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 10,491 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 10,376 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 10,323 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 10,091 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,156 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 R-9?

Based on 3,819 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
904
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 8
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ML09 XKS is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,972 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 R-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML09 XKS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 R-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 R-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ML09 XKS registered?

ML09 XKS is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is ML09 XKS safe to buy?

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