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L569 XHW

1998 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,484 mi
Last recorded36,484 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL569 XHW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 36,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 34,498 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 34,489 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 34,479 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 26,270 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 26,246 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2015 15,939 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 15,736 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 14,930 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,418 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,736 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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L569 XHW is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,026 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 L569 XHW, 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 28 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L569 XHW?

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What year was L569 XHW registered?

L569 XHW is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is L569 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L569 XHW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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