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R123 BUX

1998 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

12,164 mi
Last recorded12,164 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB100012,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 BUX
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 12,164 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 12,156 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 11,802 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 11,678 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 11,037 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 10,603 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 10,234 miles

both front callipers covered in brake fluid

Fail 17 Mar 2017 10,230 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension assembly component cracked clamp (2.3.1)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 9,911 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 7,845 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 5,670 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 4,582 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 4,582 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 15 May 2008 3,752 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 2,866 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 54 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 44 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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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R123 BUX is a 1998 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 12,745 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 R123 BUX, 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 28 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 R123 BUX registered?

R123 BUX is a 1998 Honda CB1000, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R123 BUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 BUX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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