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R218 SFR

1998 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,350 mi
Last recorded45,350 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 SFR
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2025 45,350 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 43,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 41,798 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 39,119 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 35,808 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 35,808 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 35,047 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 34,941 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,704 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 33,521 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 33,433 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 33,433 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,433 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 31,436 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 29,489 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 27,496 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 24,181 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 21,228 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 17,012 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 17,012 miles

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

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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R218 SFR is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R218 SFR, 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 R218 SFR registered?

R218 SFR is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R218 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 SFR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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