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P239 EVJ

1997 Honda Cbr

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,510 mi
Last recorded23,510 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP239 EVJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 23,510 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

no front mudgaurd .

Pass 28 Mar 2015 20,581 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 20,346 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 20,046 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 20,046 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,351 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2009 18,431 miles

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Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 18,431 miles

ADVISE MAIN STAND PINCH BOLT

Fail 29 May 2009 18,371 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 14,905 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 14,466 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 12,672 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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P239 EVJ is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P239 EVJ, 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 P239 EVJ registered?

P239 EVJ is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P239 EVJ safe to buy?

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