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P959 NKM

1997 Honda Cbr

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,999 mi
Last recorded3,999 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP959 NKM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 3,999 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 3,999 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both legs leaking (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 3,176 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 3,162 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Not working when front brake is applied (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 3,120 miles

see vt32 190091866222. except 006.

Fail 18 Sep 2006 3,120 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

fairing behind front wheel insecure

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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P959 NKM is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P959 NKM, 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 P959 NKM registered?

P959 NKM is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P959 NKM safe to buy?

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