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L512 KVT

1994 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,033 mi
Last recorded88,033 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB100028,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL512 KVT
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 88,033 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 87,905 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 87,894 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 87,140 miles

Drive chain slightly tight has slight tight spots in chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear pads slightly loose in caliper

Fail 25 Oct 2021 87,140 miles

Drive chain slightly tight has slight tight spots in chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear pads slightly loose in caliper

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 83,842 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 83,218 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads near limite (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 83,169 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 83,113 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 83,113 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 74,325 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 72,363 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1000?

Based on 8,993 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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L512 KVT is a 1994 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 28,808 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 CB1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L512 KVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 32 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L512 KVT registered?

L512 KVT is a 1994 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L512 KVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L512 KVT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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