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L347 UMA

1998 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

18,908 mi
Last recorded18,908 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB100012,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL347 UMA
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 18,908 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 18,820 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,747 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 18,367 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 18,367 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 18,364 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 May 2015 18,360 miles

aftermarket silencer/handlebars fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2010 17,938 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 17,668 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 17,657 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 May 2007 13,119 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 9 May 2007 13,119 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2006 10,244 miles

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

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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L347 UMA is a 1998 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 12,745 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 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 L347 UMA, 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 28 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L347 UMA registered?

L347 UMA is a 1998 Honda CB1000, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is L347 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L347 UMA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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