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L646 XLP

1994 Honda CB1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,430 mi
Last recorded67,430 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB100028,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL646 XLP
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 67,430 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 67,285 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 67,040 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 66,970 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose requires adjustment (6.2.1d)

throttle not returning

Fail 21 Oct 2016 66,960 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose requires adjustment (6.2.1d)

throttle not returning

Pass 21 Jul 2015 65,427 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 64,079 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 63,246 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 63,246 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 62,775 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 62,775 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 61,134 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 59,185 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 58,968 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2009 57,427 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 55,593 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 53,219 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 51,782 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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L646 XLP is a 1994 Honda CB1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L646 XLP, 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 L646 XLP registered?

L646 XLP is a 1994 Honda CB1000, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L646 XLP safe to buy?

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