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F494 EVG

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

11,505 mi
Last recorded11,505 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF494 EVG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 11,505 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

offside front headlamp not working

Fail 13 Jul 2010 11,498 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 12 May 2009 24,292 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2009 24,282 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 23,027 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 23,018 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2006 22,538 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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F494 EVG is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,397 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 F494 EVG, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F494 EVG registered?

F494 EVG is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is F494 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F494 EVG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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