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K579 KNU

2003 Honda CB1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,801 mi
Last recorded28,801 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB100024,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK579 KNU
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 28,801 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 28,801 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 28,565 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 28,058 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 28,032 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 27,608 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 26,807 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 26,243 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 26,184 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 25,274 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 19,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 12,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 10,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 8,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 8,132 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 6,957 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

steering lock reduced

Pass 14 Mar 2011 2,136 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake hoses on maximum limit with front wheel raised.

Pass 30 May 2008 8,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no indicators fitted at the time of test

Pass 15 Jun 2007 660 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 1,588 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 23,934 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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K579 KNU is a 2003 Honda CB1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 24,012 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 K579 KNU, 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 23 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 K579 KNU registered?

K579 KNU is a 2003 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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