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VA08 AOW

2008 Honda CB1300

White Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,637 mi
Last recorded27,637 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CB130015,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 AOW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 27,637 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 24,381 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 21,511 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 21,247 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 20,793 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 19,504 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 19,504 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 14,458 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 10,265 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 6,913 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 4,359 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 10 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 16,613 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 10,659 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 3,899 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1300?

Based on 29,948 MOT tests across 2,241 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
913
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 254
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 129
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
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VA08 AOW is a 2008 Honda CB1300 in White with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 15,512 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Honda CB1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VA08 AOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA08 AOW registered?

VA08 AOW is a 2008 Honda CB1300, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is VA08 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 AOW 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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