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J387 GGO

1997 Honda Cb

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

68,264 mi
Last recorded68,264 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ387 GGO
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 68,264 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 66,828 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 65,990 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 65,058 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 63,425 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 60,828 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 59,472 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 57,973 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 57,008 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 56,250 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 54,423 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 53,910 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 53,910 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 52,523 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 51,475 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2011 47,629 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 45,184 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 42,511 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 40,141 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 36,384 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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J387 GGO is a 1997 Honda Cb in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J387 GGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J387 GGO?

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What year was J387 GGO registered?

J387 GGO is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is J387 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J387 GGO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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