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KIG 5076

1998 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,165 mi
Last recorded48,165 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Bros44,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIG 5076
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 48,165 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2026 48,165 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 47,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 47,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

front and rear tyre valves perished

Fail 30 Mar 2020 47,039 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

front and rear tyre valves perished

Pass 3 Sep 2018 46,961 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 46,961 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2015 46,922 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2015 46,922 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 46,789 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 46,788 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 45,991 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2013 45,991 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 21,426 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 39,822 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 23,719 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 38,934 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 35,425 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 32,582 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 32,261 miles

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

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2006 28,339 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Bros?

Based on 4,211 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
1,021
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 41
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KIG 5076 is a 1998 Honda Bros in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 44,629 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 KIG 5076, 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 28 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KIG 5076 registered?

KIG 5076 is a 1998 Honda Bros, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is KIG 5076 safe to buy?

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