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H397 VWX

1991 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,559 mi
Last recorded36,559 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda Cbr37,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH397 VWX
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 36,559 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 34,476 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 34,404 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 34,276 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 34,088 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 34,085 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2016 33,861 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 33,829 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 33,576 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,862 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 32,399 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 31,751 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,226 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 29,434 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 29,275 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 27,852 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 25,650 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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H397 VWX is a 1991 Honda Cbr in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1991 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 37,880 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 H397 VWX, 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 35 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 H397 VWX registered?

H397 VWX is a 1991 Honda Cbr, first registered on 3 May 1991.

Is H397 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H397 VWX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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