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OV08 PYS

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,026 mi
Last recorded23,026 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 PYS
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 23,026 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2024 22,327 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 22,327 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,561 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 17,760 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2022 17,760 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2017 17,301 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Jul 2015 14,742 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 14,742 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 11,156 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 7,065 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 3,149 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 2,739 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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OV08 PYS is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV08 PYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV08 PYS registered?

OV08 PYS is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is OV08 PYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 PYS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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