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M971 SGU

1998 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

61,115 mi
Last recorded61,115 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM971 SGU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 61,115 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 61,110 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 58,915 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 58,908 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 57,552 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 53,046 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 53,034 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

left hand switchgear loose

Fail 13 Jul 2017 53,034 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking throttle (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

left hand switchgear loose

Pass 15 Apr 2016 48,240 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 48,240 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,238 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 41,452 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clicking noise coming from front end when front brake applied sharply but no fault found

Pass 30 Apr 2013 39,165 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Apr 2013 39,165 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 31 Aug 2011 29,537 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Outer Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

front tyre starting to crack.

no front mud guard

Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,537 miles

Outer Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

front tyre starting to crack.

no front mud guard

Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,162 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 22,216 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,125 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 17,142 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 17,142 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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M971 SGU is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 M971 SGU, 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

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What year was M971 SGU registered?

M971 SGU is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 29 October 1998.

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The MOT history for M971 SGU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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