MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,117 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Honda Bros?
Based on 4,211 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J847 XSG is a 1997 Honda Bros in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 37,365 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 Bros fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J847 XSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Bros typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was J847 XSG registered?
J847 XSG is a 1997 Honda Bros, first registered on 20 February 1997.
Is J847 XSG safe to buy?
The MOT history for J847 XSG shows 8 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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