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G833 FTW

1997 Honda Cbr

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,865 mi
Last recorded29,865 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG833 FTW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 29,865 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 29,520 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 29,180 miles

Top fairing bracket loose.

Fail 1 Sep 2016 29,180 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Top fairing bracket loose.

Pass 7 Oct 2013 29,030 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 27,575 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 27,521 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2011 25,928 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 25,913 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 25,913 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 21,075 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,799 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 11,409 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 11,330 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 8,011 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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G833 FTW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 G833 FTW, 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 G833 FTW registered?

G833 FTW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is G833 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G833 FTW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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