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F181 EBV

1997 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,286 mi
Last recorded47,286 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF181 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 47,286 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread Depth 1.69mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 47,280 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread Depth 1.69mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 46,929 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 46,683 miles

Front Long car type valve fitted

Rear Long car type valve fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2022 45,981 miles

Front car type tyre valves fitted

Rear car type tyre valves fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2020 45,074 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.27mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2016 42,354 miles

Nearside bar end loose

Pass 26 May 2015 39,937 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 39,369 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 38,482 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 37,787 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 36,588 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 35,693 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 34,422 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 33,499 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 32,461 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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F181 EBV is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 F181 EBV, 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 F181 EBV registered?

F181 EBV is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is F181 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F181 EBV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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