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MV17 VBZ

2017 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

20,110 mi
Last recorded20,110 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Honda Cbr9,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV17 VBZ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 20,110 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 20,110 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 16,655 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 16,655 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2024 12,282 miles

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

Fuel filler cap seal is damaged but not leaking .

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable Both sides are slightly bent. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly stiff just before lock is achieved. Suspect bent steering stem. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 12,282 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

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

Fuel filler cap seal is damaged but not leaking .

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable Both sides are slightly bent. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly stiff just before lock is achieved. Suspect bent steering stem. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 8,772 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 8,772 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2022 9,665 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2022 9,665 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 6,217 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 6,217 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 2,875 miles

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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MV17 VBZ is a 2017 Honda Cbr in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 MV17 VBZ, 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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MV17 VBZ is a 2017 Honda Cbr, first registered on 9 March 2017.

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