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R987 CGE

1997 Honda F6C

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,043 mi
Last recorded23,043 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda F6C24,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR987 CGE
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 23,043 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 22,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 22,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 22,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 22,413 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 22,413 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 22,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 21,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 21,473 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Nov 2017 20,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2016 19,708 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 19,701 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 18,769 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 18,765 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 16,352 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 16,327 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 14,226 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 14,081 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 14,009 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 13,630 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 13,630 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 10,816 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 10,643 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 100,191 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
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R987 CGE is a 1997 Honda F6C in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 24,466 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 F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R987 CGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R987 CGE registered?

R987 CGE is a 1997 Honda F6C, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R987 CGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R987 CGE shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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