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N129 FHE

1997 Honda CBR1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,809 mi
Last recorded21,809 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR100038,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN129 FHE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 21,809 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 20,933 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 19,465 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 19,218 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 16,644 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 15,852 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 15,841 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 14,477 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 14,237 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,830 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,616 miles

Chain fitted with split link.Sideplate clip seating needs to be checked.

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

Rear tyre valve showing signs of cracking.

Fail 24 Feb 2011 13,594 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2005 13,431 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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N129 FHE is a 1997 Honda CBR1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 38,104 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 N129 FHE, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N129 FHE registered?

N129 FHE is a 1997 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N129 FHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N129 FHE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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