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R136 HMW

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,864 mi
Last recorded52,864 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 HMW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 52,864 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 52,769 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 49,916 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 49,753 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 48,794 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 44,771 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 44,771 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 42,455 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 37,418 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 36,806 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,701 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 36,555 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 36,112 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 33,010 miles

Will need new rear tyre soon

Pass 21 May 2011 27,354 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 26,443 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 25,192 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2008 25,041 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2008 25,041 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 24,948 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 24,845 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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R136 HMW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R136 HMW, 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 R136 HMW registered?

R136 HMW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is R136 HMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R136 HMW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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