Honda Cb 1000 R MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 64 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cb 1000 R MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cb 1000 R is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 64 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% and a failure rate of 21.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cb 1000 R earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cb 1000 R presents for MOT with approximately 9,681 miles on the clock. The 2008 manufacture year performs best with a 82.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cb 1000 R is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 20.3% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle reg plates and vin at 10.9%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust rounds out the top three at 7.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 20.3% | 13 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 10.9% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 7.8% | 5 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.1% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.6% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.6% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.6% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.6% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,681 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 20.98 | 20.3% | 13 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 11.30 | 10.9% | 7 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 8.07 | 7.8% | 5 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 3.23 | 3.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.61 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.61 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.61 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.61 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.61 | 1.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cb 1000 R has 9,681 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Cb 1000 R has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 22.62% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Cb 1000 R MOT Data
The Honda Cb 1000 R is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 64 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% and a failure rate of 21.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cb 1000 R owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle reg plates and vin for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cb 1000 R is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 20.3% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 20.3% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb 1000 R. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle reg plates and vin — 10.9% of failures
Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues account for 10.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb 1000 R. Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 7.8% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 7.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb 1000 R. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cb 1000 R?
Based on 64 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cb 1000 R has an overall pass rate of 78.1% (21.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cb 1000 R?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cb 1000 R fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (20.3%), 2. Motorcycle reg plates and vin (10.9%), 3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (7.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cb 1000 R reliable?
With a 21.9% MOT failure rate, the Cb 1000 R is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cb 1000 R?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (20.3%); Motorcycle reg plates and vin (10.9%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (7.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.