2008 Honda CB 1300 A-7 1.3L Petrol · FD08 FYX

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test on 8 August 2025 at 18,499 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean record across the last five years indicates a stable maintenance trend where the mechanical and structural components have remained within operating parameters without triggering failures or showing significant premature wear. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle from 2008, averaging approximately 1,028 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the bike covered only 37 miles, moving from 18,462 to 18,499 miles. Such minimal usage suggests the motorcycle has likely been stored for long periods rather than used daily. While this reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, it introduces risks related to age-related degradation of components that an MOT cannot fully capture. Given the lack of recorded advisories, a buyer should focus physical inspection on items associated with low-mileage storage rather than mechanical failure. Inspect the tyres for cracking and flat spotting, as rubber compounds perish over time regardless of tread depth. Check the fuel lines and seals for signs of drying rot, and verify the brake fluid for moisture contamination or seized calipers due to inactivity. The structural integrity appears sound based on records, but a frame check for surface corrosion is still necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked a damp environment.