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R995 WJN

1997 Honda CB1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,431 mi
Last recorded62,431 miles
Recorded on31 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB100024,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR995 WJN
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2026 62,431 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 61,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 60,930 miles

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

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

front tyre cracked and perished

Pass 11 Oct 2022 59,769 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 59,747 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 59,726 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 59,702 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 May 2014 59,678 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 59,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 59,579 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 59,441 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 May 2011 59,126 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 58,763 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 58,611 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 55,009 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 36,375 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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R995 WJN is a 1997 Honda CB1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R995 WJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R995 WJN registered?

R995 WJN is a 1997 Honda CB1000, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R995 WJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R995 WJN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R995 WJN have outstanding finance?

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