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V279 KGT

1999 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,993 mi
Last recorded38,993 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda Cbr28,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV279 KGT
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 38,993 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 37,397 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 36,185 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 36,136 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 34,305 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 34,120 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 32,953 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 31,399 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 31,254 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 31,254 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 30,818 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2009 30,818 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 29,098 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 23,091 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,091 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,202 miles

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

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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V279 KGT is a 1999 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V279 KGT, 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.

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What year was V279 KGT registered?

V279 KGT is a 1999 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V279 KGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V279 KGT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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