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R675 UOW

1997 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

26,745 mi
Last recorded26,745 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR675 UOW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 26,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 May 2026 26,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 26,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

handlebars modified

Pass 15 Jun 2021 26,418 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 26,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 26,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 26,218 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 25,933 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2015 25,643 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2015 25,643 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 25,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake pads wearing unevenly

Pass 9 Apr 2013 25,349 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012 25,060 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 25,060 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,248 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2011 37,229 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 34,989 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 33,807 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 33,807 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 33,807 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 28,827 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R675 UOW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R675 UOW, 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 R675 UOW registered?

R675 UOW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R675 UOW safe to buy?

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