Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Honda Nt700v?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Honda Nt700v?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Honda Nt700v?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2008 Honda Nt700v vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

27% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Honda Nt700v reliable?

Based on MOT data from 275 vehicles, the 2008 Honda Nt700v has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Honda Nt700v?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Honda Nt700v are: Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (68.9% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (64% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (60.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Honda Nt700v?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Nt700v (2008)

275 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.6% first-time pass rate

2008 Honda Nt700v

CarHunch analysed 275 real MOT records for the 2008 Honda Nt700v. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2008 Honda NT700V passes its MOT first time in 88.6% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, which is genuinely reassuring—though the 27.3% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect at some point is a red flag worth taking seriously before purchase. This is a motorcycle that's proven reliable in the hands of owners willing to maintain it properly.

At an average mileage of 25,626 miles for a 16-year-old bike, these are relatively low-mileage examples, suggesting they've been well-looked-after overall. With 6.2 advisories per vehicle on average, you're looking at the kind of minor wear items (brake pad thickness, chain slack, light bulbs) you'd expect on a middling-use machine—so budget for routine maintenance rather than structural surprises, and always get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks brake lines, suspension, and electrical connections.

We have limited data for the 2008 Honda Nt700v — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

88.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

27.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.63

Over 12.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 13k–33k

For context

These stats describe 275 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 275 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 68.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 64%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 9.3%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Honda Nt700v

Based on MOT data from 275 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 27.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,087 Honda Nt700v vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 30.7%

334

Red 25.8%

280

Silver 17.8%

194

Blue 8.7%

Grey 7.1%

Beige 7%

White 2.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Honda Nt700v vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

20,350

typical

12,604

low mileage

33,178

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Honda Nt700v vehicles fall between 12,604 and 33,178 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,604 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 12,604–33,178 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Honda Nt700vs sit.

⚠ Over 44,790 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Honda Nt700v — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 59% of 2008 Honda Nt700vs are still active.

142 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.63

Avg failures per vehicle

6.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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