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L700 PJW

1997 Honda Cbr

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,350 mi
Last recorded21,350 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL700 PJW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 21,350 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 21,149 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 21,140 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 21,078 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 20,951 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 20,587 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 20,501 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 19,836 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,330 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 18,879 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 18,568 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 18,556 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 18,186 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 17,550 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 16,770 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 15,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 14,295 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 12,645 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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L700 PJW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 L700 PJW, 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.

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What year was L700 PJW registered?

L700 PJW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is L700 PJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L700 PJW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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