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K501 DEF

1996 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,801 mi
Last recorded26,801 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK501 DEF
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 26,801 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 26,323 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 25,695 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 25,155 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 24,629 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 23,876 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 23,354 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 23,137 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 23,065 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 22,653 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 21,317 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 20,262 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 19,898 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 18,353 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 17,941 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 16,475 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 16,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2008 16,381 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 16,246 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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K501 DEF is a 1996 Honda Cbr in White with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K501 DEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K501 DEF registered?

K501 DEF is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is K501 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K501 DEF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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