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M983 EWW

1997 Honda CB1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,058 mi
Last recorded26,058 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM983 EWW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 26,058 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 26,039 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at collector (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 24,967 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2021 24,780 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 24,742 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 22,495 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 22,495 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 20,545 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 20,210 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 19,549 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 18,702 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 18,423 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 May 2010 17,229 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 16,684 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 12,806 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 12,772 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,244 miles

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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M983 EWW is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,338 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 M983 EWW, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M983 EWW registered?

M983 EWW is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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