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R557 UYB

1997 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,869 mi
Last recorded28,869 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 UYB
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 28,869 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 28,467 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 27,759 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2022 27,759 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 26,341 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 26,082 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 25,221 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 25,221 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2015 25,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 25,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 25,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Mar 2014 25,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 25,064 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 24,569 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 23,886 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 22,919 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,052 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 21,101 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 21,101 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 19,946 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

head lamp dips the wrong way hence it is taped to give a flat beam

Fail 24 Mar 2007 19,946 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 18,295 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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R557 UYB is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,338 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 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 R557 UYB, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R557 UYB registered?

R557 UYB is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R557 UYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 UYB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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