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N49 RDF

1996 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

33,933 mi
Last recorded33,933 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR1000F31,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN49 RDF
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 33,933 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 32,298 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose at joints (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 31,289 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 31,279 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 31,274 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 30,274 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 26,584 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 24,803 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 24,803 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear brake ineffective

Pass 12 Nov 2015 19,499 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 18,574 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 15,242 miles

rear brake long travel and spongy

Pass 25 Jul 2012 14,741 miles

rear brake feels spongy

rear brake not locking

Pass 28 Jun 2011 13,248 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 13,167 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 12,629 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 11,827 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,531 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 10,444 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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N49 RDF is a 1996 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N49 RDF, 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 N49 RDF registered?

N49 RDF is a 1996 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 21 March 1996.

Is N49 RDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N49 RDF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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