Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 reliable? We analysed 4,345 real MOT tests across 410 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cb 1000 RA-9.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Cb 1000 RA-9. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 94 | 88.3% | 3,657 | 7,278 | 9,706 |
| 2010 | 406 | 88.9% | 7,576 | 12,344 | 19,592 |
| 2009 | 1,990 | 85.6% | 8,036 | 13,178 | 20,985 |
| 2008 | 1,752 | 88.2% | 7,490 | 12,674 | 20,549 |
How Long Does a Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Last?
Based on 410 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cb 1000 RA-9
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.9% MOT pass rate from 406 tests
85.6% MOT pass rate from 1,990 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.9% across 406 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 THIS CAR | 87.1% | 4,345 | 12,744 mi | 18 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Kia Stonic Maxx | 90.2% | 3,010 | 26,874 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Cb 1000 RA-9Should you buy a used Honda Cb 1000 RA-9?
The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.1% across 4,345 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 are reflector on motorcycle missing (26 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (21), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (20). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 owner drives around 942 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.