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R140 DKX

1997 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,548 mi
Last recorded86,548 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 86,548 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on frame in multiple places but not in excess (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy none standard exhaust muffler fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 86,445 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced nearside rear bulb inoperable resulting in insufficient light intensity (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced near side stop lamp inoperable resulting in insufficient light efficiency (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly throttle and switch gear loose hindering safe operation of throttle control (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar both clutch side and throttle side switch gear loose aswell as the handle bar grips (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on frame in multiple places but not in excess (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy none standard exhaust muffler fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 84,085 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 81,405 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 77,347 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 73,755 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 67,349 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 62,212 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 55,553 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 51,340 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 48,785 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 44,705 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 42,715 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 40,412 miles

both front discs fitted incorrectly

Pass 14 May 2008 38,562 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 36,178 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 33,163 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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R140 DKX is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R140 DKX, 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.

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What year was R140 DKX registered?

R140 DKX is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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