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F191 DDY

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,894 mi
Last recorded67,894 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF191 DDY
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 67,894 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 67,653 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 67,495 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 67,495 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 67,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 62,255 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 62,060 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2009 58,591 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 52,680 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 52,680 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 38,074 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 36,589 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 13 Sep 2006 36,580 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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F191 DDY is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 F191 DDY, 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.

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What year was F191 DDY registered?

F191 DDY is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is F191 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F191 DDY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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