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V494 GLA

1999 Honda CB1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,384 mi
Last recorded21,384 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Honda CB100030,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV494 GLA
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 21,384 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 19,970 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 19,970 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 15,380 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 14,766 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,236 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 14,223 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 14,221 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 13,463 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,156 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 12,156 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 10,361 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 9,654 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 8,971 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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V494 GLA is a 1999 Honda CB1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 30,376 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 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 V494 GLA, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V494 GLA registered?

V494 GLA is a 1999 Honda CB1000, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V494 GLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V494 GLA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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