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N481 MFR

1996 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,638 mi
Last recorded38,638 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR1000F31,471 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN481 MFR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 38,638 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 32,291 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 24,822 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 22,568 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 20,666 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 20,639 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 20,639 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 17,370 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 17,090 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 16,564 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 15,400 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 15,056 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 13,774 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 12,141 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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N481 MFR is a 1996 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 31,471 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 N481 MFR, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N481 MFR registered?

N481 MFR is a 1996 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N481 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N481 MFR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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