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P729 RUU

1996 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,732 mi
Last recorded40,732 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP729 RUU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 40,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 40,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension has reduced damping effect

Fail 25 Mar 2022 40,192 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Suspension has reduced damping effect

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 39,450 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 37,476 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 May 2018 37,476 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2017 36,920 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 34,739 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 32,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 29,213 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 29,213 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 27,997 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 24,953 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 20,122 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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P729 RUU is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P729 RUU, 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 P729 RUU registered?

P729 RUU is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P729 RUU safe to buy?

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