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J51 JKO

1997 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,435 mi
Last recorded54,435 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ51 JKO
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 54,435 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 53,178 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 48,297 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 47,345 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 46,572 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,072 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 46,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 45,204 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 43,572 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2010 43,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 42,407 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 40,581 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2008 40,581 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 May 2007 37,627 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 35,203 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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J51 JKO is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J51 JKO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J51 JKO registered?

J51 JKO is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 27 February 1997.

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