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L490 STR

1994 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,213 mi
Last recorded30,213 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1994 Honda CBR1000F33,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL490 STR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 30,213 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022
Pass 12 Sep 2020 28,532 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 21,883 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 21,229 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

both stands seized advise service to prevent sticking causing clearance issues

Fail 2 May 2012 20,290 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2012 20,290 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 20,151 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 19,820 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 19,083 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 14,393 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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L490 STR is a 1994 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 33,823 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 L490 STR, 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 32 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L490 STR registered?

L490 STR is a 1994 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 11 March 1994.

Is L490 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L490 STR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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