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R284 AMV

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,780 mi
Last recorded37,780 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 AMV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 37,780 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 37,431 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 36,935 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 36,921 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 36,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 36,359 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 36,205 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 36,021 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 35,629 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 34,206 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 32,747 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 29,602 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 27,415 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 26,895 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 26,712 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 26,492 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Oct 2008 25,729 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 24,620 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 23,567 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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R284 AMV is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R284 AMV, 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 R284 AMV registered?

R284 AMV is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 30 August 1997.

Is R284 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R284 AMV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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