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R285 TJR

1998 Honda Honda

White Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

25,567 mi
Last recorded25,567 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Honda33,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 TJR
MakeHonda
ModelHonda
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 25,567 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 25,567 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 24,010 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2022 23,980 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2011 22,666 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,072 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 21,996 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 21,796 miles

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

main beam light intermittant

How Reliable is the Honda Honda?

Based on 1,115 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 11
position lamp(s) not working 10
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Stop lamp not working 9
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R285 TJR is a 1998 Honda Honda in White with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Honda models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 33,886 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 Honda fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R285 TJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Honda typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Honda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R285 TJR registered?

R285 TJR is a 1998 Honda Honda, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R285 TJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R285 TJR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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