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N243 COJ

1996 Honda Cbr

Orange Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,211 mi
Last recorded8,211 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN243 COJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 8,211 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

lower radiator mounting bracket missing

Pass 8 Sep 2014 7,952 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2014 7,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 6,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2013 6,737 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 3,370 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 3,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 59,347 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 58,282 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 4,665 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 46,318 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 46,318 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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N243 COJ is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Orange with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N243 COJ, 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.

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What year was N243 COJ registered?

N243 COJ is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N243 COJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N243 COJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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