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N881 XFL

1996 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,348 mi
Last recorded54,348 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 XFL
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 54,348 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 54,335 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 47,524 miles

Offside Front Footrest mounting worn to an angle.

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished. (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 31,727 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 31,727 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 24,381 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 24,249 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 24,249 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 24,164 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2014 23,345 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 23,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 22,736 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 22,029 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 21,811 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 21,722 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 2,117 miles

numaer plate may attract police attention

Pass 22 Mar 2007 20,875 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 20,872 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,163 miles

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

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

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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N881 XFL is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N881 XFL, 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 N881 XFL registered?

N881 XFL is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 30 June 1996.

Is N881 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N881 XFL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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