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F699 OVU

1999 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

39,530 mi
Last recorded39,530 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda Bros39,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF699 OVU
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2014 39,530 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 58,185 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 55,767 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 54,394 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 51,247 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 51,231 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 50,520 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 48,451 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 48,434 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

both front indicators come on when side light are turned on

Pass 29 Sep 2006 43,875 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 43,861 miles

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

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

front brake lever bent.

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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F699 OVU is a 1999 Honda Bros in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1999 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 39,429 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 F699 OVU, 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 27 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F699 OVU registered?

F699 OVU is a 1999 Honda Bros, first registered on 21 June 1999.

Is F699 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F699 OVU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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