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YY08 PVP

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

44,065 mi
Last recorded44,065 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 PVP
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 44,065 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 42,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 42,257 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 42,190 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

For daytime use only and not to be used at times of reduced visibility

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 39,793 miles

Chain guard missing

For daytime use only and not to be used at times of reduced visibility

Nearside and offside mirrors missing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 39,793 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower linkage bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing

For daytime use only and not to be used at times of reduced visibility

Nearside and offside mirrors missing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 32,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,489 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 23,603 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 23,603 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 20,789 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 19,294 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 15,112 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 15,112 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 7,974 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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YY08 PVP is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YY08 PVP, 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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YY08 PVP is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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