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N914 OTL

1996 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

40,084 mi
Last recorded40,084 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN914 OTL
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 40,084 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 40,067 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 39,859 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute both (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 39,324 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 38,845 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear rear tyre perished and has a manufacture date of 2010

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020 38,845 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear rear tyre perished and has a manufacture date of 2010

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

Fail 10 Jun 2014 38,604 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 28,364 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 28,364 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 2,497 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2005 24,891 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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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N914 OTL is a 1996 Honda Cbr in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 N914 OTL, 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 N914 OTL registered?

N914 OTL is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N914 OTL safe to buy?

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