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G12 LJF

1997 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,217 mi
Last recorded21,217 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB75025,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 LJF
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 21,217 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 20,375 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 19,342 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 18,382 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front 120/70VR17 Dunlop worn down too 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 17,311 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 16,330 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 16,267 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 May 2016 16,111 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 16,111 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey down pipes to end cans (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 16,047 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 15,931 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,919 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 15,717 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 15,373 miles

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Oct 2006 14,936 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 14,308 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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G12 LJF is a 1997 Honda CB750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 25,410 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G12 LJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G12 LJF registered?

G12 LJF is a 1997 Honda CB750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G12 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G12 LJF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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