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R829 LCW

1997 Honda Cbr

Yellow Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,255 mi
Last recorded16,255 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR829 LCW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 16,255 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 16,216 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 16,091 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 15,908 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 15,892 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2015 15,796 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 15,772 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 15,080 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,849 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 3 Apr 2010 14,849 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 May 2008 14,547 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 13,661 miles

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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R829 LCW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R829 LCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R829 LCW registered?

R829 LCW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R829 LCW safe to buy?

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