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R629 RFV

1998 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

25,171 mi
Last recorded25,171 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 RFV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2026 25,171 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Low beam dips to the right . Mask needed. (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perished . (5.2.3 (j))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 24,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2025 24,946 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 24,916 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 24,864 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 24,349 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 24,349 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 23,268 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 22,793 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 21,827 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 21,603 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 20,409 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 18,223 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 17,121 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 17,121 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,945 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 16,945 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 16,694 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 16,694 miles

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

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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R629 RFV is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R629 RFV, 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

How do I check the history of R629 RFV?

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What year was R629 RFV registered?

R629 RFV is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is R629 RFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R629 RFV shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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