Honda Cbf1000
MotorcycleFrom 607 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 a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 10 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.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 6 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| audible warning not working | 4 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 30.6% of Cbf1000 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £71.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 88.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2007 | 87.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2006 | 86.7% | brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbf1000s tested had between 17,122 and 35,262 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,600 median miles, the Cbf1000 has 0.05 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 Cbf1000 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbf1000 has a 87.8% MOT pass rate based on 607 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbf1000?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbf1000 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbf1000 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbf1000 is 24,600 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,122 and 35,262 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.