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F43 CGN

1988 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,312 mi
Last recorded17,312 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR1000F38,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF43 CGN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 17,312 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 17,249 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyre cracked

Pass 13 Jun 2023 17,242 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 17,227 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 17,175 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 17,057 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 16,827 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 16,771 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 16,646 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 16,462 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,328 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 16,071 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 15,796 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2008
Pass 9 May 2007 15,638 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 15,518 miles

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

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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F43 CGN is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 F43 CGN, 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 F43 CGN registered?

F43 CGN is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 15 August 1988.

Is F43 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F43 CGN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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