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G563 VSR

1998 Honda CB1

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,263 mi
Last recorded41,263 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda CB141,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG563 VSR
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2010 41,263 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2010 41,263 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,263 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 41,263 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 40,148 miles

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

poor dipped beam image

Pass 13 Jun 2007 40,028 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1?

Based on 2,419 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
779
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
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G563 VSR is a 1998 Honda CB1 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 41,655 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 CB1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G563 VSR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G563 VSR registered?

G563 VSR is a 1998 Honda CB1, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is G563 VSR safe to buy?

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