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R779 FGR

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

60,070 mi
Last recorded60,070 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 FGR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 60,070 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 59,368 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2024 58,706 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 58,430 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 58,210 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 58,168 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 57,860 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 57,312 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 56,741 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 56,444 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 55,808 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 78,017 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 77,253 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 76,150 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 75,481 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 75,481 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 74,341 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 71,480 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2008 69,042 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 67,579 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 61,025 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 54,421 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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R779 FGR is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R779 FGR, 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 R779 FGR registered?

R779 FGR is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R779 FGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 FGR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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