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NB08 AMO

2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,987 mi
Last recorded40,987 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-912,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNB08 AMO
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 40,987 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 40,974 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Clutch fluid level on minimum mark

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 39,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 37,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 37,618 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 33,467 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 31,786 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 31,781 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 26,237 miles

Bar ends loose.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 20,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 17,563 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 16,944 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 13,553 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 13,546 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 13,445 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 12,933 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 12,596 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 11,137 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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NB08 AMO is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 NB08 AMO, 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.

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What year was NB08 AMO registered?

NB08 AMO is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is NB08 AMO safe to buy?

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