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C5 BNR

1987 Honda CBR1000F

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,537 mi
Last recorded42,537 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda CBR1000F40,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 BNR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 42,537 miles

Offside Front Fork seal damp

Pass 11 Apr 2025 42,362 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 42,115 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 41,544 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 40,640 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 40,350 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 40,062 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 40,038 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 39,735 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 36,542 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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C5 BNR is a 1987 Honda CBR1000F in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 40,777 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 C5 BNR, 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 39 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C5 BNR registered?

C5 BNR is a 1987 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 16 June 1987.

Is C5 BNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 BNR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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