CarVerify

Free Car Check

SW08 OUO

2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

White Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,474 mi
Last recorded27,474 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-913,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 OUO
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 27,474 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 27,192 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 27,168 miles

Nearside Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2024 27,167 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 27,078 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 27,078 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2021 26,572 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 25,979 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2020 25,979 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 24,517 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 24,136 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 22,644 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 20,938 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Inner Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 20,938 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 19,222 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 16,266 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 15,583 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 15,583 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 19 Aug 2011 13,094 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 13,094 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
Full Honda Cb 1000 R-9 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SW08 OUO is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SW08 OUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW08 OUO?

You can check the full history of SW08 OUO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SW08 OUO registered?

SW08 OUO is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is SW08 OUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 OUO shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW08 OUO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SW08 OUO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.