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M909 AVW

1998 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

1,300 mi
Last recorded1,300 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM909 AVW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 1,300 miles

after market exhaust fitted, noise level fine

headlamp beam pattern just ok, beam benders fitted when tested

rear tyre cracking on outer side wall

Fail 6 Apr 2021 1,300 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

after market exhaust fitted, noise level fine

headlamp beam pattern just ok, beam benders fitted when tested

rear tyre cracking on outer side wall

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Jun 2015 1,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 1,225 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 1,218 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 853 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 588 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,540 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 8,680 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 8,680 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 37,925 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 34,497 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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M909 AVW is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 M909 AVW, 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.

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What year was M909 AVW registered?

M909 AVW is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is M909 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M909 AVW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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