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VU08 XKA

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,407 mi
Last recorded17,407 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 XKA
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 17,407 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 13,773 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 13,461 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 12,550 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 11,844 miles

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,844 miles

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,228 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 9,074 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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VU08 XKA is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU08 XKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU08 XKA registered?

VU08 XKA is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is VU08 XKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 XKA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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