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R165 LTL

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,765 mi
Last recorded51,765 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR165 LTL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 51,765 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 51,722 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 17,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 May 2020 17,030 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 46,735 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brake pads 2mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads 2mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre 1.1mm only (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2016 44,164 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2016 44,163 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 41,681 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 37,742 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 34,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 May 2011 32,044 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 May 2010 30,381 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 28,547 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 23,689 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,883 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 18,345 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000F?

Based on 32,075 MOT tests across 3,532 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 632
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 587
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 557
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 328
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 293
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R165 LTL is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,397 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 CBR1000F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R165 LTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R165 LTL registered?

R165 LTL is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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