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R289 YJC

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,098 mi
Last recorded49,098 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 YJC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 49,098 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

nail in rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2025 48,277 miles

chain & sprockets slightly worn

Pass 21 Mar 2024 47,172 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 45,467 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 44,801 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 43,184 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 41,276 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 38,088 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 37,753 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 37,138 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 36,449 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 35,738 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 33,926 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 32,532 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 30,790 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,067 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 25,125 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 21,627 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 19,680 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 17,694 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000F?

Based on 32,075 MOT tests across 3,532 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 632
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 587
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 557
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 328
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 293
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R289 YJC is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1000F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R289 YJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R289 YJC registered?

R289 YJC is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R289 YJC safe to buy?

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