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OW08 EPE

2008 Honda CB1300

Blue Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,107 mi
Last recorded38,107 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CB130015,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 EPE
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 38,107 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 35,015 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 35,015 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 31,625 miles

Headlamp masked to achieve beam pattern

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 31,625 miles

Headlamp masked to achieve beam pattern

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 29,718 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 26,853 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 24,021 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 21,019 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 16,598 miles

Front 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 Sep 2017 11,423 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 10,505 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 9,587 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 8,670 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 7,908 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 7,314 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 5,543 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1300?

Based on 29,948 MOT tests across 2,241 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
913
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 254
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 129
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
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OW08 EPE is a 2008 Honda CB1300 in Blue with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 15,512 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 CB1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW08 EPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OW08 EPE registered?

OW08 EPE is a 2008 Honda CB1300, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is OW08 EPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 EPE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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