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M243 ATW

1997 Honda Cbr

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

72,335 mi
Last recorded72,335 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM243 ATW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 72,335 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 71,953 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 70,500 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose internal baffles slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 69,522 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 69,522 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 69,267 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 68,263 miles

Rear tyre valve starting to split

Pass 29 Aug 2017 67,380 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 65,783 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 63,973 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 60,167 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 56,137 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 51,982 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 45,911 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 42,950 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 38,553 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 35,197 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 31,356 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 28,365 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 26,318 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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M243 ATW is a 1997 Honda Cbr in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M243 ATW, 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 M243 ATW registered?

M243 ATW is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is M243 ATW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M243 ATW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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