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R785 PTN

1998 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,487 mi
Last recorded79,487 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1000F28,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR785 PTN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 79,487 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2024 76,231 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 72,789 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 67,406 miles

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2021 67,406 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 63,815 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 63,732 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 58,924 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 58,924 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2017 54,759 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 54,759 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 45,367 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2015 45,367 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2014 38,569 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 38,048 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 37,251 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 34,766 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 31,058 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 28,103 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 27,140 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 25,972 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 24,581 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 24,536 miles

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

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

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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R785 PTN is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R785 PTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R785 PTN registered?

R785 PTN is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R785 PTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R785 PTN shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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