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R363 VSJ

1998 Honda CB1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,094 mi
Last recorded18,094 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB100012,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR363 VSJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 18,094 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 18,094 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 17,828 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 17,707 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 17,671 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 17,567 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 17,096 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,980 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 16,907 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 16,573 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 16,353 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 16,288 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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R363 VSJ is a 1998 Honda CB1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R363 VSJ, 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.

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What year was R363 VSJ registered?

R363 VSJ is a 1998 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R363 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R363 VSJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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