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OIL 8886

1997 Honda Cb

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,718 mi
Last recorded24,718 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 8886
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 24,718 miles

Bolt missing from fuel tank

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear brake reserve travel reduced

Pass 4 Feb 2016 24,608 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 24,462 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 24,279 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 22,761 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,082 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 21,065 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))

linked braking system may need further attention

Fail 29 Oct 2009 21,056 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 19,997 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 19,817 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 17,159 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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OIL 8886 is a 1997 Honda Cb in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 36,502 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OIL 8886, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OIL 8886 registered?

OIL 8886 is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is OIL 8886 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIL 8886 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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