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L201 PJL

1993 Honda CBR1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,860 mi
Last recorded32,860 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda CBR100033,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL201 PJL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 32,860 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 32,860 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 32,854 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 32,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 32,828 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,790 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 32,707 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 32,604 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,268 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000?

Based on 3,934 MOT tests across 393 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
821
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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L201 PJL is a 1993 Honda CBR1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1993 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 33,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L201 PJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L201 PJL?

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What year was L201 PJL registered?

L201 PJL is a 1993 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L201 PJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L201 PJL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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