Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M?

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 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M?

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 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M?

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 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M reliable?

Based on MOT data from 299 vehicles, the 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97%, 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 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M?

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 Ra M (2021)

299 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97% first-time pass rate

2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M

CarHunch analysed 299 real MOT records for the 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Honda CB 1000 RA-M is a strong performer, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.5% well above the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are rare at just 1.3% of vehicles, so safety isn't a concern here.

At 6,392 miles average and 5,433 miles median, these bikes are run in gently for their age, which explains the low failure rate of 0.08 per vehicle. With only 0.3 advisories per vehicle on average, this is a mechanically sound cohort—when buying one, focus your inspection on service history and maintenance records rather than worrying about hidden structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

97%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.08

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–8k

For context

These stats describe 299 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 299 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.3% 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 (99%)	295	96.9%	0.08

Colour Breakdown

Based on 591 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 75.8%

448

Red 12.5%

Grey 11.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M 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.

5,433

typical

3,375

low mileage

8,330

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra M vehicles fall between 3,375 and 8,330 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,375 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.

✓ 3,375–8,330 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Honda Cb 1000 Ra Ms sit.

⚠ Over 11,245 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.08

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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