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R68 MGK

1997 Honda Cbr 900

Black Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,185 mi
Last recorded39,185 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 90021,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2007 39,185 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 39,127 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 35,184 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 35,184 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 900?

Based on 1,814 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
685
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
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R68 MGK is a 1997 Honda Cbr 900 in Black with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 21,042 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 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R68 MGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R68 MGK registered?

R68 MGK is a 1997 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R68 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R68 MGK shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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