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L409 UBR

1997 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,958 mi
Last recorded48,958 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL409 UBR
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 48,958 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 48,502 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 48,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 47,382 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 45,168 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 44,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 44,267 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 43,819 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 42,824 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 40,428 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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L409 UBR is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L409 UBR, 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 L409 UBR registered?

L409 UBR is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is L409 UBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L409 UBR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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