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R488 XWG

1998 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,824 mi
Last recorded25,824 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1000F28,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 XWG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 25,824 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 24,707 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 23,318 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 22,784 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 22,292 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose silencer clamps (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 21,619 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 21,619 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 20,516 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 20,512 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 20,509 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 8 Jan 2009 20,509 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 20,337 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 19,972 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2007 19,972 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 19,227 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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R488 XWG is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 28,472 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 R488 XWG, 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 28 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 R488 XWG registered?

R488 XWG is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 22 February 1998.

Is R488 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 XWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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