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R338 BMV

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,620 mi
Last recorded43,620 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR338 BMV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 43,620 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 42,154 miles

rear brake pads low

slight blow from exhaust

Pass 27 May 2014 78,215 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 74,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 63,590 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 63,590 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 60,663 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 57,802 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2010 57,802 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 9 May 2009 54,697 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 48,613 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2008 48,613 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 48,419 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 43,531 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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R338 BMV is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R338 BMV, 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 R338 BMV registered?

R338 BMV is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R338 BMV safe to buy?

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