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G228 XVL

1990 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

46,598 mi
Last recorded46,598 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1990 Honda CBR1000F40,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG228 XVL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 46,598 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

both side covers missing

front mud guard missing

screen fairing missing

slight binding in front brake

Pass 3 Jul 2014 46,039 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front mudguard missing

Fail 2 Jul 2014 46,033 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front mudguard missing

Fail 18 Mar 2013 45,682 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 45,374 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 45,370 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 45,350 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 44,495 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 43,455 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 43,455 miles

Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 43,394 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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G228 XVL is a 1990 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1990 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 40,544 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 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 G228 XVL, 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 36 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G228 XVL registered?

G228 XVL is a 1990 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 6 April 1990.

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