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R875 VSL

1998 Honda Cb

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

38,159 mi
Last recorded38,159 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb33,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 VSL
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 38,159 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Handlebars slightly bent

Fail 15 Mar 2016 38,159 miles

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Handlebars slightly bent

Fail 9 Jan 2016 38,144 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Handlebars bent

Pass 16 Oct 2014 34,781 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 34,781 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 30,398 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 30,398 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 30,391 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 May 2011 68,318 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 68,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 65,377 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 65,377 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 3,679 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 95,945 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 79,167 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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R875 VSL is a 1998 Honda Cb in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 33,126 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 Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R875 VSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R875 VSL is a 1998 Honda Cb, first registered on 27 April 1998.

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