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L120 WGC

1997 Honda CB1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,154 mi
Last recorded24,154 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL120 WGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,154 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 23,955 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 23,707 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 23,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 22,829 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 21,444 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 17,818 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 16,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2011 16,601 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 14,218 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2008 10,520 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,736 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 8,131 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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L120 WGC is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,338 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 L120 WGC, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L120 WGC registered?

L120 WGC is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is L120 WGC safe to buy?

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