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P49 GAW

1997 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,829 mi
Last recorded62,829 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP49 GAW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 62,829 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 62,468 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 61,568 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 60,459 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 59,164 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 57,326 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 55,091 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 May 2017 52,309 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 51,480 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 48,856 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 47,299 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 42,346 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 39,898 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 36,643 miles

slight noise from front wheel bearings

Pass 27 Jan 2010 35,486 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 32,725 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,537 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 25,765 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 21,226 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 21,226 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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P49 GAW is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,338 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 P49 GAW, 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 29 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 P49 GAW registered?

P49 GAW is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P49 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P49 GAW shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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