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YLZ 5965

2004 Honda Cbr

Red Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,523 mi
Last recorded18,523 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Cbr15,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 5965
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 18,523 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 18,311 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 17,918 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 17,355 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 17,319 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 16,298 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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YLZ 5965 is a 2004 Honda Cbr in Red with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,506 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 YLZ 5965, 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 22 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 YLZ 5965?

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What year was YLZ 5965 registered?

YLZ 5965 is a 2004 Honda Cbr, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is YLZ 5965 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLZ 5965 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLZ 5965 have outstanding finance?

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