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KW17 VGZ

2017 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,423 mi
Last recorded24,423 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2017 Honda Cbr9,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW17 VGZ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 24,423 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Gear lever loose on splines and linkage worn

Offside Front Flexible brake hose mounting loose

Offside Front Upper Fairing mounting broken and panel cracked

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 24,423 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Gear lever loose on splines and linkage worn

Offside Front Flexible brake hose mounting loose

Offside Front Upper Fairing mounting broken and panel cracked

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 24,410 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Footrest insecure Both rear have no locking device in retaining pin (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Gear lever loose on splines and linkage worn

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Flexible brake hose mounting loose

Offside Front Upper Fairing mounting broken and panel cracked

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 18,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 15,413 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 14,439 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 14,421 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 17,375 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 17,375 miles

Front Tyre on twin wheels are different sizes (5.2.3 (b))

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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KW17 VGZ is a 2017 Honda Cbr in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 9,282 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 KW17 VGZ, 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 9 years old, this Honda Cbr is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KW17 VGZ registered?

KW17 VGZ is a 2017 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 May 2017.

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