MOT Status
ValidMileage
25,170 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
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))
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))
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))
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))
Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is SM08 VSN safe to buy?
The MOT history for SM08 VSN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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