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R94 MTV

1998 Honda Cbr

Orange Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,313 mi
Last recorded31,313 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 MTV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 31,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 30,378 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Mar 2025 30,378 miles

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

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 29,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 28,712 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 28,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudgaurd missing

Fail 8 Oct 2020 28,269 miles

Lower Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudgaurd missing

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 24,251 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 23,460 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 23,460 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 22,521 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 21,684 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 20,528 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 18,661 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,621 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 18,449 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,050 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 17,513 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 14,407 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,012 miles

right mirror is loose

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R94 MTV is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Orange with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R94 MTV, 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 28 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R94 MTV registered?

R94 MTV is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R94 MTV safe to buy?

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