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RE08 COU

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,023 mi
Last recorded42,023 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 COU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 42,023 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 42,007 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Clutch lever does not return correctly, possible cable damage

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Some wear - To be assessed when replacing fork seals (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Some wear - To be assessed when replacing fork seals (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake Master Cylinder mounted using unsuitable bolts

Pass 25 Jan 2024 39,978 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2020 33,283 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 28,503 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 24,281 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 23,352 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 22,773 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,405 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 21,228 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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RE08 COU is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RE08 COU, 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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RE08 COU is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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