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P971 HCH

1997 Honda Cb

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,924 mi
Last recorded21,924 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb36,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 HCH
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 21,924 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 21,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 20,945 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2022 20,927 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 20,159 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively Advise Front Brake Binding Slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 19,962 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 19,946 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 19,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Slight play in rear wheel bearings

Fail 6 Jul 2016 19,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 15 Jul 2015 15,739 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 15,116 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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P971 HCH is a 1997 Honda Cb in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 36,502 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P971 HCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P971 HCH registered?

P971 HCH is a 1997 Honda Cb, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P971 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P971 HCH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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