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R556 JGX

1998 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,906 mi
Last recorded15,906 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 JGX
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 15,906 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 15,899 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 15,828 miles

Temporary Headlamp beam deflector fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2016 15,828 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Temporary Headlamp beam deflector fitted

Pass 29 May 2015 15,613 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Temporary headlamp beam deflector fitted.

Pass 29 May 2014 15,478 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 15,321 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 15,177 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 14,882 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 14,882 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2010 13,898 miles

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

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

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

Temporary headlamp mask fitted

Fail 11 May 2010 13,898 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Temporary headlamp mask fitted

Pass 19 May 2009 12,966 miles

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

headlamp has tempery mask to conform with regulation

Pass 22 May 2008 10,842 miles

Headlamp masked to obscure wrong hand kickup

Fail 22 May 2008 10,842 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masked to obscure wrong hand kickup

Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,770 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,770 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 8,770 miles

Inner Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 May 2006 8,636 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 8,636 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R556 JGX is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,026 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 R556 JGX, 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 28 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 R556 JGX registered?

R556 JGX is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R556 JGX safe to buy?

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