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P970 HYD

1996 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,473 mi
Last recorded49,473 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 HYD
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 49,473 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 49,473 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 48,904 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

gear linkage has play in bush

Fail 8 Jul 2022 48,875 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

gear linkage has play in bush

Pass 16 Jul 2021 44,734 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 40,052 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2020 40,035 miles

Stop lamp not working footpedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 30,699 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 30,699 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 28,716 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2015 28,604 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 27,871 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 27,403 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 27,183 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,268 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 26,264 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 24,934 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 24,934 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 16,826 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 16,826 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 16,106 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 16,106 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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P970 HYD is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P970 HYD, 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.

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What year was P970 HYD registered?

P970 HYD is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P970 HYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 HYD shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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