MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,296 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
None standed exhaust fitted
None standed indicators fitted
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
None standed exhaust fitted
None standed indicators fitted
How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?
Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L285 XLK is a 1994 Honda Cbr in Beige with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1994 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 31,513 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L285 XLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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L285 XLK is a 1994 Honda Cbr, first registered on 20 May 1994.
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