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J60 STR

1996 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,702 mi
Last recorded33,702 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR1000F31,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ60 STR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 33,702 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 30,962 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 21,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 21,817 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 21,165 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 20,233 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 20,233 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 19,396 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 18,744 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 18,744 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 18,543 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 18,038 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 17,188 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 16,141 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,125 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 14,739 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,248 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 13,445 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Sep 2008 13,445 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 12,747 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 11,517 miles

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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J60 STR is a 1996 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 31,471 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 J60 STR, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J60 STR registered?

J60 STR is a 1996 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is J60 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J60 STR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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