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C8 RFV

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,683 mi
Last recorded13,683 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 RFV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2020 13,683 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 13,626 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 13,564 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 12,641 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 11,836 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 11,266 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 11,121 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 11,046 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 11,017 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 10,998 miles

speedo may not be working

Pass 27 Nov 2007 10,998 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 10,968 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 10,870 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000F?

Based on 32,075 MOT tests across 3,532 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 632
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 587
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 557
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 328
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 293
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C8 RFV is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1000F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 RFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C8 RFV?

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What year was C8 RFV registered?

C8 RFV is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is C8 RFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 RFV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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