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S355 SBU

1998 Honda Cbr

Orange Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,747 mi
Last recorded44,747 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS355 SBU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 44,747 miles

Rear seat and foot pegs not fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2017 44,098 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 40,053 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 35,968 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 35,851 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 35,851 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 34,400 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 24,157 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 23,537 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 23,535 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 3,023 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 4 Jun 2009 3,018 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 1,345 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 34,062 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 34,062 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 23,777 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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S355 SBU is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Orange with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 S355 SBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S355 SBU registered?

S355 SBU is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S355 SBU safe to buy?

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