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E4 CBR

1997 Honda Cbr

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,881 mi
Last recorded30,881 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE4 CBR
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 30,881 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 30,856 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 30,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 30,687 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 30,633 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,450 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 30,450 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 30,045 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 29,656 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 27,090 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 26,020 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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E4 CBR is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 27,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E4 CBR, 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 29 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E4 CBR registered?

E4 CBR is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is E4 CBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E4 CBR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E4 CBR have outstanding finance?

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