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YB08 ULY

2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,797 mi
Last recorded33,797 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-912,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 ULY
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 33,797 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sides (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2025 33,797 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sides (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 32,158 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 29,660 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 27,426 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 24,028 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 21,513 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 21,441 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 18,499 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 15,338 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 12,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 7,632 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 7,609 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,488 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 7,057 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 6,393 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9?

Based on 4,345 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
942
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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YB08 ULY is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,674 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 RA-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB08 ULY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB08 ULY registered?

YB08 ULY is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YB08 ULY shows 16 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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