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F394 KGO

1997 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

4,213 mi
Last recorded4,213 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Bros37,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF394 KGO
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 4,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

main beam warning light not working

Fail 30 May 2018 4,203 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

main beam warning light not working

Pass 23 May 2017 2,646 miles

see seperate document.

Fail 18 May 2017 2,615 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

see seperate document.

Pass 19 May 2016 212 miles

see seperate sheet.

Pass 9 May 2015 97,704 miles

See seperate advisory sheet

Pass 12 May 2014 95,726 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 95,700 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 94,332 miles

See seperate advisory sheet

Pass 30 May 2012 92,563 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 92,548 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 86,262 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 84,181 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 80,783 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 80,610 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 53,913 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 16 May 2007 44,361 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 44,359 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 May 2006 3,759 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 May 2006 3,759 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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F394 KGO is a 1997 Honda Bros in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 F394 KGO, 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 F394 KGO registered?

F394 KGO is a 1997 Honda Bros, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is F394 KGO safe to buy?

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