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R639 FGV

1998 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,113 mi
Last recorded12,113 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 FGV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2012 12,113 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 12,000 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Centre Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

chain guard missing

Pass 14 Jul 2011 12,000 miles

chain guard missing

Pass 24 May 2010 11,838 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 11,264 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

engine misfire

Fail 28 May 2009 11,262 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

engine misfire

Fail 18 Sep 2008 11,216 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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R639 FGV is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R639 FGV, 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.

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What year was R639 FGV registered?

R639 FGV is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R639 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R639 FGV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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