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R548 HGJ

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,829 mi
Last recorded51,829 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR548 HGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 51,829 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 51,388 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 49,570 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 44,599 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 44,135 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 44,041 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front fork, front to rear (3.2.B3b)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 44,036 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both (3.2.B3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 43,416 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 42,619 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 31,788 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 31,773 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 22,980 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 22,965 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 22,890 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 22,839 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 22,766 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 22,426 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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R548 HGJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R548 HGJ, 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 R548 HGJ registered?

R548 HGJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R548 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R548 HGJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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