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R79 AEC

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,035 mi
Last recorded44,035 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR79 AEC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 44,035 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 43,686 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 43,499 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 43,458 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 43,364 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 43,115 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 42,991 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 42,711 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,488 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 41,744 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 41,405 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 41,259 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 41,161 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 40,792 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 40,215 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 39,281 miles

fitted tape to fix beam image

Fail 23 Feb 2011 39,281 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 37,264 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 36,089 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 36,089 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 33,966 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 28,384 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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R79 AEC 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 90.9%.

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 R79 AEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R79 AEC registered?

R79 AEC is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R79 AEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R79 AEC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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