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YB08 BZL

2008 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

3,138 mi
Last recorded3,138 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr13,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 BZL
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2008
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 3,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 2,328 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 2,084 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S/ fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 19 May 2022 2,084 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working Rear brake switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S/ fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 1,827 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018
Fail 27 Jun 2018

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition db killers fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2016 22,342 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 18,038 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 18,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 12,336 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 6,631 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 5,423 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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YB08 BZL is a 2008 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,200 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB08 BZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YB08 BZL registered?

YB08 BZL is a 2008 Honda Cbr, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YB08 BZL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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