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Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d reliable? We analysed 857 real MOT tests across 120 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 857 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
10,633mi
Annual Mileage
896mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d.

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.8%
2013

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 3
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 2
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 1

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
324 mi/yr
Typical
896 mi/yr
Average
1,370 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,816 mi/yr

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 784 89.8% 6,684 10,914 16,982

How Long Does a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Last?

Based on 120 Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.9 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,633 mi
75th Percentile
16,767 mi
95th Percentile
26,683 mi
Max Recorded
40,255 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2013

89.8% MOT pass rate from 784 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.8% across 784 tests.

How Does the Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d THIS CAR 89.8% 857 10,633 mi 13 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
Hyundai Ioniq Premium SE HEV S-a 96.8% 374 48,461 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d?

The Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 857 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 Cbr 1000 Ra-d are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (3 recorded failures), brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3), and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (2). 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 Cbr 1000 Ra-d 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 Cbr 1000 Ra-d owner drives around 896 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 Cbr 1000 Ra-d models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d reliable?
Based on 857 MOT tests, the Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d?
The most common MOT failures are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease, and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d do per year?
The typical Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d does around 896 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d last?
Most Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 120 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 1000 Ra-d is 2013 with a 89.8% pass rate across 784 tests.