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N505 FLR

1994 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,523 mi
Last recorded58,523 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB100028,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN505 FLR
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 58,523 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 58,450 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 58,435 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp insecure slighty lose (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 57,696 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 56,482 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 55,806 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 55,793 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 55,638 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 55,638 miles

Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute All (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 52,071 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 47,996 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 47,996 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 40,217 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 40,217 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 34,184 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 31,322 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 31,318 miles

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

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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N505 FLR 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 76.5%.

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 N505 FLR, 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 N505 FLR registered?

N505 FLR is a 1994 Honda CB1000, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is N505 FLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N505 FLR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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