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F779 LHK

1988 Honda CBR1000F

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,465 mi
Last recorded32,465 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR1000F38,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF779 LHK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 32,465 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 32,272 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 31,961 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 31,946 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 31,824 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 31,824 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel hub worn to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected (5.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2018 31,243 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 30,779 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 30,767 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 30,738 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 30,450 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 30,163 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 30,163 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 29,372 miles

steering head race bearing slightly tight

Pass 18 May 2009 29,245 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 28,782 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 28,649 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 28,644 miles

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

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

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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F779 LHK is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F779 LHK, 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.

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What year was F779 LHK registered?

F779 LHK is a 1988 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 17 August 1988.

Is F779 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F779 LHK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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