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P480 OBU

1997 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,272 mi
Last recorded55,272 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP480 OBU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 55,272 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 55,272 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 52,931 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 52,928 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2014 51,875 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,875 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 51,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 49,889 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 49,114 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 46,929 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 45,466 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 45,466 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 43,873 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 39,799 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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P480 OBU is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P480 OBU, 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.

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What year was P480 OBU registered?

P480 OBU is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P480 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P480 OBU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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