2008 Honda CBR 1000 RR-7 1.0L Petrol · LG08 ETX

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 14 July 2025 at 18,454 miles recorded no defects or advisories. This streak of clean results suggests that the mechanical and structural components have remained within operational parameters and that the owner has maintained the motorcycle to meet minimum testing standards. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old superbike, averaging approximately 1,025 miles per year. Between July 2021 and July 2022, the vehicle covered only 816 miles, moving from 17,638 to 18,454 miles. This low frequency of use indicates minimal mileage, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internal components. However, such long intervals between use can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry that an MOT test may not detect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas associated with long-term storage and low-mileage usage. While the MOT record is clean, the risk of dry rot in fuel lines, perished fork seals, and seized brake calipers is higher on bikes that sit stationary. Inspect the tyres for flat spotting and sidew cracking rather than tread depth, as the age of the rubber likely exceeds its mileage. Additionally, check the frame for corrosion and the swingarm for seizing to ensure that the low mileage has not masked environmental damage during long periods of inactivity.