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L656 GUR

1994 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

50,353 mi
Last recorded50,353 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 1994 Honda CB100028,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL656 GUR
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 50,353 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 50,329 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 50,199 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 49,738 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 49,294 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 48,953 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 48,558 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 47,955 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 47,205 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

bottom nearside front fork slider/wheel clamp has a stress crack on one side of clamp

Fail 21 Apr 2012 47,180 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

very slight bind to rear brake

Pass 4 Jun 2011 46,335 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

frount r/h foot rest very slightly loose

Fail 15 May 2010 45,013 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 May 2010 45,013 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 14 May 2009 43,453 miles

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

front tyre cracking all over

Fail 2 May 2008 42,310 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 May 2008 42,310 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 40,868 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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L656 GUR is a 1994 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 L656 GUR, 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.

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What year was L656 GUR registered?

L656 GUR is a 1994 Honda CB1000, first registered on 11 February 1994.

Is L656 GUR safe to buy?

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