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E979 WUG

1988 Honda CBR1000F

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,509 mi
Last recorded21,509 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR1000F38,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE979 WUG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 21,509 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear disc is slightly corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2015 21,494 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear disc is slightly corroded

the front park light does not work

Pass 23 Jul 2014 21,329 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 20,482 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 20,482 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 18,458 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 18,365 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 18,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,854 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 16,622 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 16,615 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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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E979 WUG is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 E979 WUG, 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.

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What year was E979 WUG registered?

E979 WUG is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 20 June 1988.

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