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E97 NOU

1997 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,756 mi
Last recorded89,756 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Bros37,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE97 NOU
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2011 89,756 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 89,756 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2009 85,028 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 85,028 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 80,395 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 80,395 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 75,955 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 75,955 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 May 2006 70,681 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 70,681 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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E97 NOU is a 1997 Honda Bros in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E97 NOU, 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 E97 NOU registered?

E97 NOU is a 1997 Honda Bros, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is E97 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E97 NOU shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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