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N472 DSX

1996 Honda CBR1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

31,825 mi
Last recorded31,825 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR100027,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN472 DSX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 31,825 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 31,649 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 31,649 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 31,500 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 May 2022 31,033 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 30,450 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 30,415 miles

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn swinging arm/suspension bushes badly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 28,514 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 28,077 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 27,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 26,941 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 26,941 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2016 26,941 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 26,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 25,867 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 25,494 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 25,472 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 25,472 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 25,290 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 24,824 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 24,155 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,516 miles

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 23,246 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 22,728 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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N472 DSX is a 1996 Honda CBR1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N472 DSX, 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

How do I check the history of N472 DSX?

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What year was N472 DSX registered?

N472 DSX is a 1996 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N472 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N472 DSX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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