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R57 BMV

1997 Honda NTV650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

88,345 mi
Last recorded88,345 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda NTV65037,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR57 BMV
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 88,345 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 87,780 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 86,868 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 84,507 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 81,449 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 80,860 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 79,375 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 77,234 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 76,313 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 75,182 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 74,879 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2015 74,879 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 70,551 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 66,661 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 57,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 57,630 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 48,247 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 39,069 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 36,858 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 34,605 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 30,993 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NTV650?

Based on 13,733 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,163
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 226
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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R57 BMV is a 1997 Honda NTV650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda NTV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 37,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NTV650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R57 BMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NTV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda NTV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R57 BMV registered?

R57 BMV is a 1997 Honda NTV650, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R57 BMV safe to buy?

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