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R167 KGJ

1997 Honda NTV650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,206 mi
Last recorded48,206 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda NTV65037,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR167 KGJ
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 48,206 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 47,957 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Jul 2010 46,891 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 46,866 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 39,640 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 39,640 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda NTV650?

Based on 13,733 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,163
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 226
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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R167 KGJ is a 1997 Honda NTV650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda NTV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 37,324 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 NTV650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R167 KGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NTV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda NTV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R167 KGJ registered?

R167 KGJ is a 1997 Honda NTV650, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R167 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R167 KGJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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