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J125 UNB

1997 Honda Cb

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,739 mi
Last recorded59,739 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ125 UNB
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2012 59,739 miles

Front o/s footrest cracked

Some pitting on front fork stantions.

Fail 11 May 2012 59,739 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front o/s foot rest has crack

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

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

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

Some pitting on front fork stantions

Fail 5 Feb 2011 52,204 miles

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

rear shock soft

Pass 5 Feb 2011 52,204 miles

rear shock soft

Pass 26 Jan 2010 43,044 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2010 43,044 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 34,692 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 34,568 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 29,911 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 28,978 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 27,228 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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J125 UNB is a 1997 Honda Cb in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 36,502 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J125 UNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J125 UNB registered?

J125 UNB is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is J125 UNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J125 UNB 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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