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R68 TYA

1997 Honda NX650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,459 mi
Last recorded26,459 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda NX65021,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 TYA
MakeHonda
ModelNX650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 26,459 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 25,923 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 25,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 24,604 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,661 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 23,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 23,357 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 22,702 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 22,667 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,244 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 21,831 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 21,270 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 16 Jan 2013 21,172 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 21,172 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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 16 Nov 2011 20,666 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 19,879 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 18,733 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 17,458 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 15,413 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 12,812 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 12,520 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 12,490 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda NX650?

Based on 9,865 MOT tests across 1,148 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
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R68 TYA is a 1997 Honda NX650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda NX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 21,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R68 TYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda NX650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R68 TYA registered?

R68 TYA is a 1997 Honda NX650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R68 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R68 TYA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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