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G13 RCS

1997 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,043 mi
Last recorded8,043 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Bros37,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 RCS
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,043 miles

drive chain slack

front tyre valve perished

play in rear wheel bearing

rear disc worn

rear tyre valve starting to perish

slight play in steering head bearings

Pass 9 Apr 2010 2,054 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 94,196 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 8 Apr 2008 87,254 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 87,254 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 77,604 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 72,452 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 72,452 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 72,414 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear 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)

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

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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G13 RCS is a 1997 Honda Bros in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G13 RCS, 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 G13 RCS registered?

G13 RCS is a 1997 Honda Bros, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is G13 RCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G13 RCS shows 9 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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