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L38 TMW

1993 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,594 mi
Last recorded42,594 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1993 Honda CB100031,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL38 TMW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 42,594 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 42,425 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 42,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 41,594 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 40,968 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit the rear brake pads are wearing low (1.1.13 (a))

the drive chain is poorly tensioned ie very tight

Pass 3 Jun 2017 37,225 miles

Offside Rear stop light not work but At least 50% of light illuminates

Fail 3 Jun 2017 37,225 miles

Offside Rear stop light not work but At least 50% of light illuminates

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when brake applied ,sticky (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

rear brake pads low

Fail 13 Jun 2016 32,663 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

rear brake pads low

Pass 19 Jun 2015 31,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Plug repair noted in rear tyre.

Pass 21 Jun 2014 31,391 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 28,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 31 May 2011 28,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 27,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre wearing

Pass 15 May 2009 26,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre low on tread

Pass 20 Apr 2007 26,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 25,620 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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L38 TMW is a 1993 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 31,483 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 L38 TMW, 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 33 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L38 TMW registered?

L38 TMW is a 1993 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L38 TMW safe to buy?

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