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M486 XFS

1997 Honda Cb

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,631 mi
Last recorded69,631 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM486 XFS
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2015 69,631 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 18 May 2015 69,629 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 66,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no flashers fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Mar 2013 61,410 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 59,557 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 23 Aug 2011 59,557 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 56,418 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 55,089 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 50,684 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 46,045 miles

dust shield missing from rear calliper

Pass 12 Aug 2006 42,017 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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M486 XFS is a 1997 Honda Cb in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 36,502 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M486 XFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M486 XFS registered?

M486 XFS is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is M486 XFS safe to buy?

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