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H661 LFC

1997 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

59,279 mi
Last recorded59,279 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH661 LFC
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 59,279 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 56,299 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 53,222 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 52,388 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 51,447 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 50,305 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 46,164 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 43,278 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 40,325 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 34,830 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 33,940 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 26,534 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 14,537 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 98,507 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 80,846 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 78,418 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 77,642 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 73,084 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 72,517 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 72,504 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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H661 LFC is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 H661 LFC, 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 H661 LFC registered?

H661 LFC is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is H661 LFC safe to buy?

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