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F257 WDE

1989 Honda CBR1000F

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,051 mi
Last recorded73,051 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR1000F40,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF257 WDE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 73,051 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 73,050 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 71,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 70,597 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 70,597 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 70,587 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 66,547 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2018 63,557 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 61,512 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 58,223 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 52,345 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 51,707 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 48,652 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 48,643 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 48,360 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 48,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2008 47,539 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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F257 WDE is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 F257 WDE, 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.

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What year was F257 WDE registered?

F257 WDE is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 25 March 1989.

Is F257 WDE safe to buy?

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