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BU02 VAM

2002 Honda CB900

Silver Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

57,836 mi
Last recorded57,836 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB90019,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VAM
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 57,836 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 57,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 May 2024 56,110 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 54,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 May 2023 54,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 52,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 47,414 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 39,138 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 39,138 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation marking (5.2.3 (i))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 30,986 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 22,666 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 20,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 19,812 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 18,421 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 17,749 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 17,749 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2011 16,774 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 16,774 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 14,494 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 13,107 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 12,405 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 11,808 miles

pads getting low

rear tyre close to limit

Pass 12 May 2007 10,284 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 8,150 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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BU02 VAM is a 2002 Honda CB900 in Silver with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 19,920 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 CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 VAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 24 years old, this Honda CB900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 VAM registered?

BU02 VAM is a 2002 Honda CB900, first registered on 24 April 2002.

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