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S996 SVM

1998 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,541 mi
Last recorded48,541 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS996 SVM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 48,541 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 46,534 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

front wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 8 Jun 2013 29,107 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 27,221 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

slight binding front brake

Fail 2 Jun 2012 27,173 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

no mainbeam telltail

rear tyre valve cracked and perished

Pass 25 Oct 2010 25,534 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 22,976 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2009 22,976 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 22,960 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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S996 SVM is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S996 SVM, 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 S996 SVM registered?

S996 SVM is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S996 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S996 SVM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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