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R273 UWB

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,020 mi
Last recorded37,020 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 UWB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 37,020 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 36,225 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 35,566 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 34,450 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 33,541 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 32,396 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain corroded (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 32,396 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain corroded (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 May 2015 32,396 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 32,919 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 31,942 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 31,942 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 31,342 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 30,952 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 30,088 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 30,023 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 4 Nov 2006 30,023 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brakes are dragging slightly

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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R273 UWB is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Red 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 R273 UWB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R273 UWB registered?

R273 UWB is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 2 September 1997.

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