Honda Cbr
MotorcycleFrom 11,488 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Cbrs fare better: 2019 models pass at 94.6% vs 84.6% for 2014.
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, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 132 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 | 132 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 116 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 106 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 101 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 99 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 71 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 68 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 64 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 55 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 49 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 23.2% of Cbr 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 £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 94.6% | a footrest missing or insecure, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 90.1% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
| 2017 | 87.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2016 | 83.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
8 earlier years
| 2015 | 84.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2014 | 84.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2013 | 78.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2012 | 80.6% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2008 | 74.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1998 | 89.1% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
| 1997 | 88.4% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1996 | 84.5% | a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbrs tested had between 9,391 and 23,476 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,805 median miles, the Cbr has 0.096 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 Cbr MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr has a 85.8% MOT pass rate based on 11,488 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 132 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr is 14,805 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,391 and 23,476 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.