Honda Cbr 1000 Rr-C
MotorcycleFrom 449 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 lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity 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.
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| brake calliper or cylinder leaking and braking performance not affected | 2 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 5.4% of Cbr 1000 Rr-C 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 £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 84.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2012 | 91.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr 1000 Rr-Cs tested had between 12,949 and 20,613 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,895 median miles, the Cbr 1000 Rr-C has 0.067 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 1000 Rr-C MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr 1000 Rr-C has a 88.6% MOT pass rate based on 449 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr 1000 Rr-C?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr 1000 Rr-C is lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr 1000 Rr-C at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr 1000 Rr-C is 16,895 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,949 and 20,613 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.