MOT Status
ValidMileage
47,256 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Chain guard missing ()
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Chain guard missing ()
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?
Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R497 CVM is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 R497 CVM, 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 R497 CVM registered?
R497 CVM is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R497 CVM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R497 CVM shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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