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F149 VEW

1988 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,574 mi
Last recorded52,574 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR1000F38,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF149 VEW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 52,574 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 52,346 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 51,963 miles

Front Tyre showing signs of perishing.

Right handle bar is slightly bent.

Pass 14 Sep 2020 51,886 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Slight nip between tank and handlebar on left hand side when carrying our lock to lock check.

Fail 12 Aug 2020 51,857 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Very Spongy (Shocks)

Pass 12 Jun 2018 51,638 miles

offside front fork stanchion damp BORDERLINE

Pass 20 Jun 2013 50,181 miles

exhaust blowing

Pass 25 Mar 2010 49,558 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 44,458 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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F149 VEW is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 F149 VEW, 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

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What year was F149 VEW registered?

F149 VEW is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F149 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F149 VEW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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