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SO08 LWD

2008 Honda ST1300

Silver Petrol 1260cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,263 mi
Last recorded36,263 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda ST130026,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 LWD
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,260cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 36,263 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2025 36,263 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 36,167 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 36,167 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 35,434 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 33,107 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 30,623 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 25,818 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 19,810 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 18,340 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 17,455 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 15,080 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 11,739 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 11,739 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 9,325 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST1300?

Based on 58,896 MOT tests across 4,174 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
1,690
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 687
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 515
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 409
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 247
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SO08 LWD is a 2008 Honda ST1300 in Silver with a 1,260cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Honda ST1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 26,076 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 ST1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 687 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO08 LWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Honda ST1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SO08 LWD registered?

SO08 LWD is a 2008 Honda ST1300, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is SO08 LWD safe to buy?

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