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A6 KBD

1997 Honda CBR900

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,301 mi
Last recorded26,301 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 KBD
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 26,301 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 26,175 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 26,139 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 26,086 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 25,976 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 25,789 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 25,332 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 25,450 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,417 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 23,322 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 21,668 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 18,702 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 18,606 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,132 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 18,132 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 17,392 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 16,029 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 14,502 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 13,200 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 13,200 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 11,954 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 10,281 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR900?

Based on 8,016 MOT tests across 766 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
766
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 133
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
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A6 KBD is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 23,672 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 KBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A6 KBD registered?

A6 KBD is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is A6 KBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 KBD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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