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J162 NJR

1997 Honda Cb

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,667 mi
Last recorded55,667 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ162 NJR
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 55,667 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2025 55,666 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 54,339 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 53,936 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 53,182 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 53,166 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 52,592 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 52,592 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 51,771 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 51,771 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working front handle bar switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 51,415 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 50,905 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 50,512 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 50,102 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 49,784 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 49,413 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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J162 NJR is a 1997 Honda Cb in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J162 NJR, 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 J162 NJR registered?

J162 NJR is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is J162 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J162 NJR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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