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SL09 VFC

2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

27,208 mi
Last recorded27,208 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-912,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 VFC
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 27,208 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 26,960 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 24,808 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2024 24,808 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 24,145 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 24,140 miles

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

Stop lamp not working for front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 21,997 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2021 21,997 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 19,359 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 17,912 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 17,396 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 16,603 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 15,547 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 14,536 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 13,751 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 12,044 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 8,632 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 R-9?

Based on 3,819 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
904
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 8
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SL09 VFC is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,972 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 Cb 1000 R-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL09 VFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 R-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 R-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL09 VFC registered?

SL09 VFC is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 9 May 2009.

Is SL09 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL09 VFC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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