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L179 XHW

1998 Honda CBR1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,134 mi
Last recorded35,134 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR100037,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL179 XHW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 35,134 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 53,988 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 32,388 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 32,388 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 May 2007 29,376 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2007 29,376 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000?

Based on 3,934 MOT tests across 393 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
821
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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L179 XHW is a 1998 Honda CBR1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 37,627 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 CBR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L179 XHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L179 XHW?

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What year was L179 XHW registered?

L179 XHW is a 1998 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is L179 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L179 XHW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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