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RG08 RKG

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,690 mi
Last recorded15,690 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG08 RKG
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 15,690 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 14,948 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 14,310 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 14,082 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 13,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 13,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2021 13,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 10,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2016 10,677 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 10,677 miles

Front Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2015 10,342 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 9,466 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 9,466 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 8,628 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 8,628 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 6,760 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 2,390 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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RG08 RKG is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RG08 RKG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RG08 RKG registered?

RG08 RKG is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is RG08 RKG safe to buy?

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