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P425 MBU

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,054 mi
Last recorded19,054 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP425 MBU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 19,054 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2026 19,047 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 18,816 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 18,329 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 18,298 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 17,989 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 17,989 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 24,812 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 23,313 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 21,601 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 14,941 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 11,449 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2014 32,339 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 32,291 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 32,050 miles

Cables and wiring need re-routed around headstock area.

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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P425 MBU is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 27,954 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 P425 MBU, 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 29 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 P425 MBU registered?

P425 MBU is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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