Honda Cbf 1000 A-7
MotorcycleFrom 407 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 7 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 7 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 42% of failures are serious: 38% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 4% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £81.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 89.7% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2007 | 90.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbf 1000 A-7s tested had between 19,392 and 38,694 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,470 median miles, the Cbf 1000 A-7 has 0.042 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 has a 88.5% MOT pass rate based on 407 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbf 1000 A-7?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 is 27,470 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,392 and 38,694 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.