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R883 KEG

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,369 mi
Last recorded71,369 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR883 KEG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 71,369 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 67,928 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 63,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak near side rear of the engine

Pass 24 Jan 2023 58,641 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 54,274 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 48,235 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 42,646 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 42,494 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 42,333 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 40,860 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 40,520 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,199 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 33,435 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 30,416 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 30,275 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,130 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 29,980 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 29,355 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 28,948 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 27,826 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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R883 KEG is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R883 KEG, 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 R883 KEG registered?

R883 KEG is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 27 December 1997.

Is R883 KEG safe to buy?

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