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OV08 YFJ

2008 Honda Cbr

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,819 mi
Last recorded16,819 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr13,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 YFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 16,819 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 16,819 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 12,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 11,154 miles

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

Nearside foot peg rubber missing

Fail 4 Apr 2019 11,139 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock catches wiring loom turning bike off (2.1.4 (c))

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

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

Nearside foot peg rubber missing

Pass 23 Feb 2015 10,112 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 10,112 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 7,063 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 5,718 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 5,024 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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OV08 YFJ is a 2008 Honda Cbr in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,200 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV08 YFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV08 YFJ registered?

OV08 YFJ is a 2008 Honda Cbr, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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