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F978 JKE

1989 Honda CBR1000F

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,986 mi
Last recorded39,986 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR1000F40,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF978 JKE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 39,986 miles

Slight play found in swingarm bushes

Slight play in rear wheel bearing

Front and rear tyre valves perished

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Dec 2016 39,972 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2011 38,713 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2010 37,818 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2009 35,697 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2008 33,588 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 32,407 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2007 32,407 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear 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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F978 JKE is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F978 JKE, 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 F978 JKE registered?

F978 JKE is a 1989 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 28 April 1989.

Is F978 JKE safe to buy?

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