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ST08 JVL

2008 Honda ST1300

Black Petrol 1260cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,840 mi
Last recorded39,840 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda ST130026,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 JVL
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,260cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 39,840 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 39,045 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 38,801 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 37,656 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 37,286 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 35,705 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 29,364 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 27,010 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 26,975 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 May 2015 19,640 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 19,326 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 15,962 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 15,961 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 11,854 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 May 2011 6,308 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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ST08 JVL is a 2008 Honda ST1300 in Black with a 1,260cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ST08 JVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST08 JVL registered?

ST08 JVL is a 2008 Honda ST1300, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is ST08 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 JVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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