Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 147 vehicles, the 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Cb 1000 R A (2010)

147 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89% first-time pass rate

2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A

CarHunch analysed 147 real MOT records for the 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Honda CB1000R-A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.1%, marginally below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are broadly reliable but not quite bulletproof—and with 14.3% having suffered a dangerous defect at some point, you'll want a thorough pre-purchase inspection. The median mileage of just 12,194 miles indicates many examples are lightly used, which bodes well for longevity, though the average of 1.1 failures and 4.3 advisories per test suggests routine wear items and minor niggles are common. Check brake condition, suspension bushings, and electrical connectors closely when viewing; most failures are manageable, but the dangerous defect rate warrants extra caution on used examples.

We have limited data for the 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

14.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.1

Over 9.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 9k–16k

For context

These stats describe 147 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 147 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	144	89%	1.12

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

12,194

typical

8,874

low mileage

16,377

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A vehicles fall between 8,874 and 16,377 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,874 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 8,874–16,377 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R As sit.

⚠ Over 22,108 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Honda Cb 1000 R A — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Honda Cb 1000 R As are still being driven.

Strong survival — 88 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 82% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.1

Avg failures per vehicle

4.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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