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E890 CGK

1997 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

49,181 mi
Last recorded49,181 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Bros37,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE890 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 49,181 miles

Central Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 47,581 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,606 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 45,606 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 45,542 miles

Lower Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Sprocket Bolt Missing Rear

Pass 2 Aug 2011 45,542 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)

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Sprocket Bolt Missing Rear

Fail 12 May 2010 44,211 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 May 2010 44,211 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 44,043 miles

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

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front Braking system does not have an approriate system/s fitted according to its age (3.1.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 May 2009 43,610 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 43,610 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

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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E890 CGK is a 1997 Honda Bros in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 E890 CGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E890 CGK registered?

E890 CGK is a 1997 Honda Bros, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is E890 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E890 CGK shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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