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R403 EEW

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

33,762 mi
Last recorded33,762 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 EEW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 33,762 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 32,504 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 31,463 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 31,122 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 30,596 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 28,636 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 28,629 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 27,415 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 27,369 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,645 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 24,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 22,298 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 22,298 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 19,397 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 16,899 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 13,521 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 13,521 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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R403 EEW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R403 EEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R403 EEW registered?

R403 EEW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R403 EEW safe to buy?

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