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N71 JFC

1996 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

36,931 mi
Last recorded36,931 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 JFC
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 36,931 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 36,846 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 36,332 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 35,803 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,455 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 34,881 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 34,844 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 34,190 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 34,158 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 33,281 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 30,450 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 29,595 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 28,587 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 27,047 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 23,721 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 22,761 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2006 21,183 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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N71 JFC is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N71 JFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N71 JFC registered?

N71 JFC is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 23 January 1996.

Is N71 JFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 JFC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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