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P168 OMJ

1997 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,393 mi
Last recorded24,393 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 OMJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 24,393 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 24,017 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 24,013 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 23,058 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 23,058 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 20,521 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 19,887 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 14,280 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 14,262 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 14,251 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 14,243 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 14,209 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 14,016 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 14,016 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 May 2013 13,883 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,873 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 12,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 11,843 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 10,585 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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P168 OMJ is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P168 OMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P168 OMJ registered?

P168 OMJ is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P168 OMJ safe to buy?

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