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K185 YWL

1993 Honda CB1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,525 mi
Last recorded29,525 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Honda CB100031,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK185 YWL
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 29,525 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,622 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 28,503 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 28,132 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 27,906 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,842 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 27,839 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 27,309 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 26,919 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 24,097 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,310 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2013 22,549 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 20,313 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 19,954 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 19,866 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 19,150 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 18,837 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1000?

Based on 8,993 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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K185 YWL is a 1993 Honda CB1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 31,483 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K185 YWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K185 YWL registered?

K185 YWL is a 1993 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 July 1993.

Is K185 YWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K185 YWL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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