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R201 HVW

1998 Honda Cb

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

33,858 mi
Last recorded33,858 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb33,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 HVW
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 33,858 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 29,011 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 28,623 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

rear reflector too small

Pass 4 Oct 2012 28,623 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear reflector too small

Pass 2 Aug 2011 26,971 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

f/tyre wearing unevenly

rear reflector too small

Fail 2 Aug 2011 26,971 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

f/tyre wearing unevenly

rear reflector too small

Pass 30 Jun 2010 24,161 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 24,161 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 24,132 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 24,132 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 23,041 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 21,924 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 20,524 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 20,524 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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R201 HVW is a 1998 Honda Cb in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 33,126 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 R201 HVW, 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 28 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R201 HVW registered?

R201 HVW is a 1998 Honda Cb, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R201 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 HVW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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