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E589 SFX

1988 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,845 mi
Last recorded49,845 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR1000F38,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE589 SFX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 49,845 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brake (1.2.1 (f))

Valve stem slightly damaged front tyre vale (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 May 2020 48,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 46,526 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 46,153 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 45,422 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front brakes binding

Headlamp slightly corroded

Right handle bar very close to tank on lock

Throttle sticky

Fail 10 Jul 2015 44,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

headlamp wet inside lense

rear brake light intermitant

Pass 10 Jul 2015 44,049 miles

headlamp wet inside lense

rear brake light intermitant

Pass 2 Aug 2014 42,258 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 39,668 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 38,901 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 38,383 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 38,383 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 36,783 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 36,783 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 36,297 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 36,297 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 35,232 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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E589 SFX is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1988 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 38,976 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 E589 SFX, 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 38 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E589 SFX?

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What year was E589 SFX registered?

E589 SFX is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E589 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E589 SFX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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