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P785 RRH

1997 Honda Cbr

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,960 mi
Last recorded24,960 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP785 RRH
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 24,960 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 24,677 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 24,199 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 23,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot in chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 23,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot in chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 22,979 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 27 Feb 2016 22,208 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 17,579 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Oct 2011 17,415 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 17,387 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 17,255 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 17,255 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 17,063 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,977 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 16,861 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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P785 RRH is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P785 RRH, 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 P785 RRH registered?

P785 RRH is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P785 RRH safe to buy?

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