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N492 WAU

1995 Honda CB1000

Yellow Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

45,552 mi
Last recorded45,552 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB100028,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN492 WAU
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 45,552 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipes (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 45,552 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipes (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 45,377 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 45,291 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 44,531 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 44,151 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 44,059 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 43,401 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 42,796 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 40,699 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 40,699 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 40,539 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 40,174 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 200,121 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 39,276 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 39,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 May 2011 36,438 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,169 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 31,471 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 30,091 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 29,295 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 27,988 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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N492 WAU is a 1995 Honda CB1000 in Yellow with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 28,680 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N492 WAU, 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 31 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 N492 WAU registered?

N492 WAU is a 1995 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N492 WAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N492 WAU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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