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Honda Cbr1000f-h MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 102 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.6%.

78.4%
Pass Rate
21.6%
Fail Rate
102
Total Tests
Motorcycle brakes
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Honda Cbr1000f-h MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Cbr1000f-h is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 102 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.4% and a failure rate of 21.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Honda Cbr1000f-h earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cbr1000f-h presents for MOT with approximately 38,501 miles on the clock. The 1987 manufacture year performs best with a 80.3% pass rate.

The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cbr1000f-h is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 16.7% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 10.8%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 6.9%. 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

Motorcycle brakes 16.7%
Motorcycle steering and suspension 10.8%
Motorcycle lighting and signalling 6.9%
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year

80.3%
Tests Avg Mileage 38,814Top Failure Motorcycle brakes

* 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 Brakes24.5%25
2Motorcycle Steering And Suspension13.7%14
3Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling9.8%10
4Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels5.9%6
5Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust3.9%4
6Motorcycle Suspension2.9%3
7Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors2.0%2
8Motorcycle Drive System1.0%1
9Motorcycle Body And Structure1.0%1
10Motorcycle Structure And Attachments1.0%1
11Motorcycle Tyres1.0%1
12Identification Of The Vehicle1.0%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 38,501 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 brakes6.37% per 10K miMotorcycle steering and suspension3.56% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling2.55% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels1.53% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust1.02% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension0.76% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors0.51% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system0.25% per 10K miMotorcycle body and structure0.25% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments0.25% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.25% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle0.25% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle brakes6.3724.5%25
Motorcycle steering and suspension3.5613.7%14
Motorcycle lighting and signalling2.559.8%10
Motorcycle tyres and wheels1.535.9%6
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust1.023.9%4
Motorcycle suspension0.762.9%3
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors0.512.0%2
Motorcycle drive system0.251.0%1
Motorcycle body and structure0.251.0%1
Motorcycle structure and attachments0.251.0%1
Motorcycle tyres0.251.0%1
Identification of the vehicle0.251.0%1

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Mileage at MOT

38,501
Mean
41,593
Median
30,735
25th Percentile
44,920
75th Percentile

The average Honda Cbr1000f-h has 38,501 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.

5.61%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
21.6%
Overall Fail Rate
38,501 avg miles
⚠️ Average — typical failure rate

The Honda Cbr1000f-h has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.61% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Honda Cbr1000f-h MOT Data

The Honda Cbr1000f-h is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 102 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.4% and a failure rate of 21.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Honda Cbr1000f-h owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Cbr1000f-h is likely to perform.

Motorcycle brakes — 16.7% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 16.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr1000f-h. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Motorcycle steering and suspension — 10.8% of failures

Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 10.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr1000f-h. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 6.9% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 6.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr1000f-h. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cbr1000f-h?

Based on 102 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cbr1000f-h has an overall pass rate of 78.4% (21.6% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr1000f-h?

The top 3 reasons a Honda Cbr1000f-h fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (16.7%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (10.8%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Honda Cbr1000f-h reliable?

With a 21.6% MOT failure rate, the Cbr1000f-h is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cbr1000f-h?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (16.7%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (10.8%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.9%). 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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