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G174 XWS

1989 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,784 mi
Last recorded41,784 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1989 Honda Cbr37,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG174 XWS
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 41,784 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 40,143 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2020 40,143 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 39,693 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 39,603 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2006 35,119 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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G174 XWS is a 1989 Honda Cbr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 37,152 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 G174 XWS, 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 37 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G174 XWS registered?

G174 XWS is a 1989 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G174 XWS safe to buy?

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