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F160 MGU

1989 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

40,676 mi
Last recorded40,676 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR1000F40,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF160 MGU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 40,676 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 40,676 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 33,290 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 31,156 miles

nearside fairing bodywork damaged

Fail 4 Aug 2018 31,156 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

nearside fairing bodywork damaged

Pass 26 May 2017 28,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 27,697 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 23,702 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

headlight mounting damaged

Fail 20 Feb 2012 23,702 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

headlight mounting damaged

Pass 22 Jan 2010 22,126 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 22,105 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 May 2008 22,099 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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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F160 MGU is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 40,254 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 F160 MGU, 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 37 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 F160 MGU registered?

F160 MGU is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 29 March 1989.

Is F160 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F160 MGU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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