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R233 JDS

1998 Honda Cbr

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,501 mi
Last recorded24,501 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 JDS
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 24,501 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 23,901 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 23,249 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 22,591 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose drive chain loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 20,532 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 20,532 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 19,457 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 19,346 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 19,346 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Fail 2 May 2014 19,222 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

slight brake bind front wheel

Pass 2 May 2014 19,222 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

slight brake bind front wheel

Pass 30 Mar 2012 18,595 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 18,330 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,738 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,021 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 14,543 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 14,395 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 14,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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R233 JDS is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R233 JDS, 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 R233 JDS registered?

R233 JDS is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R233 JDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 JDS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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