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E196 KGM

2004 Honda Bros

Grey Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,359 mi
Last recorded40,359 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Honda Bros39,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE196 KGM
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 40,359 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 36,549 miles

Cut off switch housing insecure

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 36,480 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2011 32,771 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Feb 2010 30,964 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 28,896 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear cush drive bushes slightly worn

Fail 23 Jan 2009 28,896 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear cush drive bushes slightly worn

Pass 21 Jan 2008 26,180 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 23,514 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 23,514 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Honda Bros?

Based on 4,211 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
1,021
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 41
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E196 KGM is a 2004 Honda Bros in Grey with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 39,560 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 Bros fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E196 KGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Bros typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E196 KGM is a 2004 Honda Bros, first registered on 23 February 2004.

Is E196 KGM safe to buy?

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