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J59 LGE

1997 Honda Cb

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

19,050 mi
Last recorded19,050 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ59 LGE
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 19,050 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 19,050 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 19,002 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 18,845 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 18,763 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 18,725 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 18,692 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 18,646 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front indicator has a temp repair

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 18,563 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 18,541 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 18,505 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 18,383 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 18,318 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 18,091 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 3 Nov 2012 18,091 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 17,999 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 17,839 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 17,420 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

both clocks/dials insecure

Fail 25 Jul 2009 17,418 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

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

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

both clocks/dials insecure

Pass 3 Apr 2006 16,440 miles

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

REAR BRAKE JUST MET REQUIREMENTS

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

SLIGHT PLAY ON HEAD STOCK BEARINGS

Fail 3 Apr 2006 16,440 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

REAR BRAKE JUST MET REQUIREMENTS

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

SLIGHT PLAY ON HEAD STOCK BEARINGS

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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J59 LGE is a 1997 Honda Cb in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 J59 LGE, 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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J59 LGE is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is J59 LGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J59 LGE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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