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P478 XGK

1998 Honda Cb

Green Petrol 390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,778 mi
Last recorded81,778 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb33,126 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP478 XGK
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 81,778 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 80,053 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2023 80,053 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 31 May 2019 80,047 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp not working from front (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 79,523 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 77,945 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 77,940 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 66,348 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 57,751 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 54,183 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 42,249 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 32,731 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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P478 XGK is a 1998 Honda Cb in Green with a 390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 33,126 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 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 P478 XGK, 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 28 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P478 XGK registered?

P478 XGK is a 1998 Honda Cb, first registered on 8 May 1998.

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