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P590 RBF

1997 Honda CB1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,890 mi
Last recorded44,890 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP590 RBF
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 44,890 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 44,334 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 44,166 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 43,815 miles

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

Rear sprocket cush drive rubbers worn.

Pass 19 May 2021 42,952 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 40,631 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 38,038 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 1,651 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 1,337 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 May 2016 1,039 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 28 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 37,313 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 37,313 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 31,748 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 30,912 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 29,880 miles

front brake pads getting low

travel in front brake

Fail 11 Apr 2008 29,878 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

front brake pads getting low

travel in front brake

Pass 1 May 2007 27,663 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 24,508 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 24,508 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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P590 RBF is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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

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 P590 RBF, 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 P590 RBF registered?

P590 RBF is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 11 February 1997.

Is P590 RBF safe to buy?

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