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R497 FAV

1998 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,194 mi
Last recorded29,194 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1000F28,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 FAV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 29,194 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 28,667 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,077 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 26,650 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 26,650 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 22,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 22,044 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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R497 FAV is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 28,472 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 R497 FAV, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R497 FAV registered?

R497 FAV is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R497 FAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 FAV shows 7 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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