Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4?

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 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4?

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 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4?

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 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 825 vehicles, the 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.3%, 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 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4?

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 Cbr 1000 Rr 4 (2004)

825 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.3% first-time pass rate

2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4

CarHunch analysed 825 real MOT records for the 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2004 Honda CBR 1000 RR-4 passes its first MOT only 73.9% of the time, trailing the UK average of 80%, which suggests these bikes are prone to hitting issues when they come up for test. With 11.3% of the cohort having suffered a dangerous defect at some point, buyers should factor in potential safety-critical repairs before purchasing.

At a median mileage of just 12,460 miles for a 20-year-old machine, these are genuinely low-use bikes—meaning mechanical deterioration from sitting still, rather than heavy riding, is likely driving the failures. The average vehicle racks up 1.16 failures and 4.1 advisories per test, pointing to neglected brakes, corroded fuel systems, and seized components; have any prospect inspected by a motorcycle specialist and budget for a thorough recommissioning before you ride it.

The 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (89.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

89.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

11.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.16

Over 9.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 8k–19k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 825 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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Before you buy a 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4

Based on MOT data from 825 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 11.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	795	89%	1.19

Colour Breakdown

Based on 862 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 35.5%

306

Black 30.5%

263

Red 25.5%

220

Multi-colour 3.9%

Blue 2%

Orange 1.4%

Yellow 0.6%

Silver 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 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.

12,460

typical

7,767

low mileage

18,671

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 vehicles fall between 7,767 and 18,671 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,767 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.

✓ 7,767–18,671 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4s sit.

⚠ Over 25,205 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 59% of 2004 Honda Cbr 1000 Rr 4s are still active.

209 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% of the peak remain.

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

9.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.16

Avg failures per vehicle

4.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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