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L489 UUS

1993 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,991 mi
Last recorded24,991 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda CBR1000F36,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL489 UUS
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 24,991 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 24,040 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 23,451 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 22,723 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 22,723 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 21,631 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 21,182 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 19,985 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 17,720 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 17,720 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 17,543 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 16,843 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000F?

Based on 32,075 MOT tests across 3,532 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 632
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 587
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 557
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 328
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 293
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L489 UUS is a 1993 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 36,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1000F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L489 UUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L489 UUS registered?

L489 UUS is a 1993 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L489 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L489 UUS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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