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F971 LKN

2005 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

3,459 mi
Last recorded3,459 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF971 LKN
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 3,459 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 3,254 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2021 2,725 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 2,725 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2020 2,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 2,682 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 1,963 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 1,785 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 1,785 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)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 4 May 2016 993 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 993 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)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 93,015 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 93,015 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 92,208 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 92,043 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 92,043 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2012 90,442 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 88,588 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 88,588 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 86,022 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 84,055 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 83,176 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 83,176 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2007 80,210 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 49,534 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2006 49,534 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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F971 LKN is a 2005 Honda Bros in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F971 LKN, 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 21 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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F971 LKN is a 2005 Honda Bros, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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