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F942 KGJ

1988 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

62,634 mi
Last recorded62,634 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda Cbr35,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF942 KGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 62,634 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 62,621 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 62,423 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 58,680 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018 57,652 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 57,627 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 57,607 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 55,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2017 55,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 52,705 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 50,905 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 May 2014 50,905 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 May 2013 49,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 49,755 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 49,661 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 49,661 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 49,336 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 49,326 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 48,892 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2006 48,892 miles

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 48,204 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 48,198 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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F942 KGJ is a 1988 Honda Cbr in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1988 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 35,973 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F942 KGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F942 KGJ registered?

F942 KGJ is a 1988 Honda Cbr, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F942 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F942 KGJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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