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L234 PSC

1997 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,898 mi
Last recorded11,898 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL234 PSC
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 11,898 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 11,868 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Outer Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 11,803 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 11,803 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2010 9,181 miles

rear tyre has cracking on both sides of side wall

Pass 5 May 2009 8,993 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 8,131 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 8,131 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Steering damper in such a condition that the steering action is impaired. (2.1.2d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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L234 PSC is a 1997 Honda Cbr in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 L234 PSC, 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 L234 PSC registered?

L234 PSC is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is L234 PSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L234 PSC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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