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VA08 ARF

2008 Honda CB1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,722 mi
Last recorded9,722 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Honda CB100013,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 ARF
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 9,722 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 9,722 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 6,572 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,517 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 6,517 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 5,232 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2011 5,232 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CB1000?

Based on 8,993 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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VA08 ARF is a 2008 Honda CB1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 13,881 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 CB1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VA08 ARF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA08 ARF registered?

VA08 ARF is a 2008 Honda CB1000, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is VA08 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 ARF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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