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E189 DMA

1996 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,101 mi
Last recorded57,101 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE189 DMA
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 57,101 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 54,818 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 54,818 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,646 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 53,175 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 52,113 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 50,947 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 49,960 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 49,959 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 47,887 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 47,854 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2006 44,548 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 44,548 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 44,534 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Front Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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E189 DMA is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 28,448 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E189 DMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E189 DMA registered?

E189 DMA is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 15 May 1996.

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