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R108 BOT

1997 Honda Cbr

Orange Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

62,193 mi
Last recorded62,193 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 BOT
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 62,193 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 62,193 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 27,720 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 27,556 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 27,556 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 26,906 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 23,551 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 23,551 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 23,145 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2006 19,414 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2006 19,414 miles

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

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

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

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

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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R108 BOT is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Orange with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R108 BOT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R108 BOT registered?

R108 BOT is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R108 BOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R108 BOT shows 11 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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