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F308 SBL

1989 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

26,650 mi
Last recorded26,650 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2013
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR1000F40,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF308 SBL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2013 26,650 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 46,089 miles

tick over fast

front brake disc odd

left hand fork seal weaping

rear swing arm block on off side up side down

Pass 25 Jul 2008 46,061 miles

rear tyre worn

Fail 24 Jul 2008 46,049 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

rear tyre worn

Pass 27 Mar 2007 45,863 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2006 45,822 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 45,822 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 45,803 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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F308 SBL is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F308 SBL, 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 F308 SBL registered?

F308 SBL is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 13 April 1989.

Is F308 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F308 SBL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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