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E486 HCD

1997 Honda Bros

Grey Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,549 mi
Last recorded83,549 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Bros37,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE486 HCD
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 83,549 miles

EXHAUST COLLECTOR REPAIRED

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 82,304 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 77,650 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

repair in rear tyre

Pass 8 Jan 2013 71,956 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 71,941 miles

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 63,864 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 58,075 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 49,772 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 49,772 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 44,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2008 44,308 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2007 34,460 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 25,378 miles

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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E486 HCD is a 1997 Honda Bros in Grey with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 37,365 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 E486 HCD, 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 29 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E486 HCD registered?

E486 HCD is a 1997 Honda Bros, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is E486 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E486 HCD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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