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J228 BJN

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

70,041 mi
Last recorded70,041 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 BJN
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 70,041 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 69,795 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 69,594 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 68,982 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 68,515 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 67,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 66,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 65,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2010 64,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 May 2009 61,887 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2009 61,862 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 58,183 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 54,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,346 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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J228 BJN is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J228 BJN, 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 J228 BJN registered?

J228 BJN is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 6 November 1997.

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