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F871 NBR

1998 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,769 mi
Last recorded60,769 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Bros44,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF871 NBR
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2012 60,769 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 57,418 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 57,350 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 57,320 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 55,609 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 55,609 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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F871 NBR is a 1998 Honda Bros in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 44,629 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 F871 NBR, 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 28 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F871 NBR?

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What year was F871 NBR registered?

F871 NBR is a 1998 Honda Bros, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is F871 NBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F871 NBR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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