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R973 EDV

1997 Honda CBR1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,115 mi
Last recorded26,115 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1000F30,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 EDV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 26,115 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 26,115 miles

Nearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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R973 EDV is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R973 EDV, 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

How do I check the history of R973 EDV?

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What year was R973 EDV registered?

R973 EDV is a 1997 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R973 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R973 EDV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R973 EDV have outstanding finance?

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