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SM08 VSN

2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

25,170 mi
Last recorded25,170 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-913,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 VSN
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 25,170 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 24,764 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 24,747 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 24,212 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2024 24,199 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 23,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2023 23,290 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 21,985 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 19,953 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 17,648 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 14,754 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 14,754 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 9,462 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 9,010 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 7,765 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 7,396 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 4,918 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 4,918 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 733 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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SM08 VSN is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 13,391 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 SM08 VSN, 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 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 R-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM08 VSN registered?

SM08 VSN is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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