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D849 LEL

1997 Honda CBR1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,449 mi
Last recorded47,449 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR100038,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD849 LEL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 47,449 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 47,420 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 45,793 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 45,707 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 45,154 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 44,640 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 44,064 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 43,871 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 43,244 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Offside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 43,244 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Offside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 42,844 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 41,882 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 41,872 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 40,718 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 40,701 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2009 39,726 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 39,726 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 38,093 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 38,085 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 36,091 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000?

Based on 3,934 MOT tests across 393 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
821
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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D849 LEL is a 1997 Honda CBR1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 38,104 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 CBR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D849 LEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D849 LEL registered?

D849 LEL is a 1997 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 7 June 1997.

Is D849 LEL safe to buy?

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