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P248 AAA

1997 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

98,910 mi
Last recorded98,910 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr27,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 AAA
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 98,910 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2026 98,649 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 96,206 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2025 96,206 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 94,127 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 94,066 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 93,876 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 93,014 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 91,667 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm and subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 89,746 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 87,445 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 84,731 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 82,125 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 78,987 miles

Centre Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 78,987 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 73,892 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 69,300 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 64,348 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2010 5,796 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 50,409 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 50,131 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 49,469 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 49,026 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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P248 AAA is a 1997 Honda Cbr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P248 AAA, 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 P248 AAA registered?

P248 AAA is a 1997 Honda Cbr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P248 AAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P248 AAA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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