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J789 OGV

1996 Honda Cbr

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,609 mi
Last recorded58,609 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ789 OGV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 58,609 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

alloy brake hose fittings fitted,but appear to be in good condition.

front tyre low

Fail 24 Jun 2015 58,609 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

alloy brake hose fittings fitted,but appear to be in good condition.

front tyre low

Pass 7 Jun 2014 57,450 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 105,209 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 105,209 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 47,378 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 47,359 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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J789 OGV is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 28,448 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J789 OGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J789 OGV registered?

J789 OGV is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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