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J279 TEC

2004 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,223 mi
Last recorded20,223 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 2004 Honda Cbr15,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ279 TEC
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 20,223 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2012 20,218 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2010 20,152 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 20,152 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 19,823 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2008 19,330 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 19,330 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 May 2007 18,151 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 17,517 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 17,517 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (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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J279 TEC is a 2004 Honda Cbr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,506 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 J279 TEC, 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 22 years old, this Honda Cbr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J279 TEC registered?

J279 TEC is a 2004 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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