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V525 TVV

1999 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

29,291 mi
Last recorded29,291 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda Cbr28,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV525 TVV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 29,291 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 29,291 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 29,287 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 29,287 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 28,829 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 28,829 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 28,591 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 27,722 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 46,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit strip check in near future (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2017 46,829 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit strip check in near future (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 46,259 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 41,303 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 37,208 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 34,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 34,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2011 27,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Nov 2011 27,259 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Nov 2010 22,938 miles

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

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

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

front suspension very hard,not in balance with rear suspension.

head race bearings notchy at centre(centralising)

headlamp is european spec.offside beam kick-up taped over to meet requirement.

rear tyre 2mm at lowest point

throttle grip slightly fouling bar end weight.

Pass 15 Nov 2010 22,938 miles

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

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

front suspension very hard,not in balance with rear suspension.

head race bearings notchy at centre(centralising)

headlamp is european spec.offside beam kick-up taped over to meet requirement.

rear tyre 2mm at lowest point

throttle grip slightly fouling bar end weight.

Pass 9 Nov 2009 21,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear brake operating effort seems more than expected to 'lock' the rear wheel while using the roller brake test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

The combined advisory's of front suspension, rear suspension and 'notchy' headraces may effect the handling of vehicle

Pass 14 Nov 2008 20,842 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 12 Nov 2008 20,805 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 19,359 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2007 19,359 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,528 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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V525 TVV is a 1999 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 V525 TVV, 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 V525 TVV registered?

V525 TVV is a 1999 Honda Cbr, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V525 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V525 TVV shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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