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Honda Cb1000rr MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 34 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 20.6%.

79.4%
Pass Rate
20.6%
Fail Rate
34
Total Tests
Motorcycle lighting and signalling
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Honda Cb1000rr MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Cb1000rr is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 34 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% and a failure rate of 20.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Honda Cb1000rr earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cb1000rr presents for MOT with approximately 10,780 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cb1000rr is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 14.7% 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 tyres and wheels at 8.8%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust rounds out the top three at 5.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (34 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lighting and signalling 14.7%
Motorcycle tyres and wheels 8.8%
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 5.9%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling14.7%5
2Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels8.8%3
3Motorcycle Suspension5.9%2
4Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust5.9%2
5Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors5.9%2
6Motorcycle Brakes2.9%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 10,780 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling13.64% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels8.19% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension5.46% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust5.46% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors5.46% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes2.73% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lighting and signalling13.6414.7%5
Motorcycle tyres and wheels8.198.8%3
Motorcycle suspension5.465.9%2
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust5.465.9%2
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors5.465.9%2
Motorcycle brakes2.732.9%1

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Mileage at MOT

10,780
Mean
9,265
Median
5,964
25th Percentile
15,218
75th Percentile

The average Honda Cb1000rr has 10,780 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.

19.11%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
20.6%
Overall Fail Rate
10,780 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Honda Cb1000rr has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 19.11% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Honda Cb1000rr MOT Data

The Honda Cb1000rr is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 34 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% and a failure rate of 20.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Honda Cb1000rr 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 tyres and wheels 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 Cb1000rr is likely to perform.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 14.7% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 14.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb1000rr. 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 tyres and wheels — 8.8% of failures

Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 8.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb1000rr. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.

Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 5.9% of failures

Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 5.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb1000rr. 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 Cb1000rr?

Based on 34 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cb1000rr has an overall pass rate of 79.4% (20.6% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cb1000rr?

The top 3 reasons a Honda Cb1000rr fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (14.7%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (8.8%), 3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (5.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Honda Cb1000rr reliable?

With a 20.6% MOT failure rate, the Cb1000rr is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cb1000rr?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (14.7%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (8.8%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (5.9%). 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.

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