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R347 KWS

1998 Honda CB1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

57,433 mi
Last recorded57,433 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB130027,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 KWS
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 57,433 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 57,433 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 56,947 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 56,878 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2022 56,562 miles

Drive chain dry

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 55,956 miles

Central Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust fixing missing (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain dry

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 55,956 miles

Central Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust fixing missing (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain dry

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake component insecure Missing locking device (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 55,479 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2020 55,479 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 52,069 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 49,436 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 49,436 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer casing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2016 48,450 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 45,573 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 45,573 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2014 42,608 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 39,759 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,029 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 34,363 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,645 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 29,159 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 26,000 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 22,924 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,342 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1300?

Based on 29,948 MOT tests across 2,241 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
913
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 254
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 129
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
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R347 KWS is a 1998 Honda CB1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 27,043 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 CB1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R347 KWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R347 KWS registered?

R347 KWS is a 1998 Honda CB1300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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