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FH53 CMX

2004 Honda CBR1000RR

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

23,091 mi
Last recorded23,091 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR1000RR13,658 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 CMX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000RR
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 23,091 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 20,567 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 18,119 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 17,291 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 15,146 miles

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

Front slight split on value

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 13,138 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 13,138 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Fail 20 Aug 2012 10,203 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,203 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 4,939 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 4,939 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2009 4,722 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 4,329 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2008 4,329 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 4,060 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000RR?

Based on 73,826 MOT tests across 6,890 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
864
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
6,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 708
reflector on motorcycle missing 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 235
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 179
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FH53 CMX is a 2004 Honda CBR1000RR in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR1000RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,658 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 CBR1000RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH53 CMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000RR typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR1000RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH53 CMX registered?

FH53 CMX is a 2004 Honda CBR1000RR, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is FH53 CMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 CMX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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