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P979 KEY

1996 Honda CB1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,207 mi
Last recorded29,207 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB100024,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 KEY
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 29,207 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 29,107 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 29,703 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 28,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2018 28,314 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 27,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

O/s side guard bolt not reaching nylon lock on nut.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 27,475 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 27,475 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2015 26,580 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 25,083 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 22,994 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 22,750 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 21,343 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,939 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 15,994 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 15,985 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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P979 KEY is a 1996 Honda CB1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 24,912 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 P979 KEY, 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 30 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 P979 KEY registered?

P979 KEY is a 1996 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P979 KEY safe to buy?

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