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P303 XLJ

1996 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,137 mi
Last recorded11,137 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP303 XLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 11,137 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 10,883 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 10,826 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 10,694 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 10,630 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 10,539 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 10,520 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 10,398 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 10,258 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 10,054 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 9,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 9,238 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 9,016 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 8,828 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 8,824 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 8,590 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 8,372 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 7,943 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 7,803 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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P303 XLJ is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 P303 XLJ, 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 P303 XLJ registered?

P303 XLJ is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P303 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P303 XLJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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