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J578 BNU

1991 Honda CBR1000F

Pink Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

13,772 mi
Last recorded13,772 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda CBR1000F38,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ578 BNU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1991
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 13,772 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 13,766 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2022 13,726 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 13,082 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 13,068 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 13,005 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,652 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,652 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 11,911 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 11,633 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 11,633 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 10,481 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 10,466 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 10,332 miles

Front brake reserve travel borderline

Fail 29 Jul 2008

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Security of faring borderline

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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J578 BNU is a 1991 Honda CBR1000F in Pink with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 38,681 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 J578 BNU, 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 35 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J578 BNU registered?

J578 BNU is a 1991 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J578 BNU safe to buy?

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