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L86 HCW

1994 Honda CB1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,568 mi
Last recorded20,568 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB100028,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL86 HCW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 20,568 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 20,568 miles

Stop lamp not working control 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 20,486 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 19,334 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 18,704 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 16,877 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 16,874 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 14,602 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 14,562 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Throttle operating incorrectly Not self closing (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 10,313 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 7,504 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 35,733 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 33,649 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 31,117 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,560 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 27,435 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 27,321 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 25,252 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 23,676 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 22,938 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 22,863 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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L86 HCW is a 1994 Honda CB1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L86 HCW, 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 L86 HCW registered?

L86 HCW is a 1994 Honda CB1000, first registered on 6 April 1994.

Is L86 HCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L86 HCW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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