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G983 WKJ

1990 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,395 mi
Last recorded30,395 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda Cbr36,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG983 WKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 30,395 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 30,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 30,395 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2017 30,395 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 29,634 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Aug 2007 29,634 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 23,977 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 23,953 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

fairing side panels missing mounting brackets but not insecure

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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G983 WKJ is a 1990 Honda Cbr in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 36,834 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G983 WKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 36 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G983 WKJ registered?

G983 WKJ is a 1990 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G983 WKJ safe to buy?

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