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P421 HBD

1996 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

18,854 mi
Last recorded18,854 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP421 HBD
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 18,854 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 18,841 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2024 18,356 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 17,978 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 17,407 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 16,807 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 16,239 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 15,964 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 15,792 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 15,627 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 15,511 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 15,113 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 14,489 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 30 Sep 2011 13,950 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 13,626 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,860 miles

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 12,150 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 10,649 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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P421 HBD is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P421 HBD, 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 P421 HBD registered?

P421 HBD is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P421 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P421 HBD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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