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L999 CBR

1996 Honda CBR1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,110 mi
Last recorded23,110 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR100027,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL999 CBR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 23,110 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 23,099 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 23,055 miles

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 14 Feb 2022 23,011 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 23,008 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 22,502 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 22,403 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 22,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,091 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,546 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 20,681 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 20,361 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,638 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 17,543 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,539 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 15,539 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 14,267 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 14,018 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 14,018 miles

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

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

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 12,223 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 12,206 miles

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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L999 CBR is a 1996 Honda CBR1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 27,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L999 CBR, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L999 CBR registered?

L999 CBR is a 1996 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is L999 CBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L999 CBR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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