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T42 TVL

1999 Honda Cbr

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,796 mi
Last recorded9,796 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Cbr28,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT42 TVL
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 9,796 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 9,713 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 9,661 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 9,644 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 9,618 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 9,612 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 9,452 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 9,408 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 9,001 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 8,905 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 7,592 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 7,592 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 6,504 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,726 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 5,720 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 5,720 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 5,598 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 5,598 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 5,403 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 5,230 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 5,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 5,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2007 4,888 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 4,888 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,713 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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T42 TVL is a 1999 Honda Cbr in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,820 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 T42 TVL, 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 27 years old, this Honda Cbr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T42 TVL?

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What year was T42 TVL registered?

T42 TVL is a 1999 Honda Cbr, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T42 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T42 TVL shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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