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R130 ABA

1997 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,589 mi
Last recorded2,589 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR130 ABA
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 2,589 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 2,526 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 2,439 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 2,397 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 2,341 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level On minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Tyre miss match Pirelli front / Dunlop rear

Fail 30 Jun 2020 2,340 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Too small (0.1 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Rebound excessive . Rear wheel bounces on rebound (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre miss match Pirelli front / Dunlop rear

Pass 26 Jul 2018 2,146 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 1,442 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 39,147 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 38,943 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 38,914 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 38,914 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2011 38,876 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 May 2010 38,566 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 38,566 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 10 May 2009 38,307 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 May 2008 37,481 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 3 May 2008 37,466 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 36,719 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2006 35,945 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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R130 ABA is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R130 ABA, 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 R130 ABA registered?

R130 ABA is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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