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GL53 PYF

2004 Honda CBR900RR

Red Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,077 mi
Last recorded52,077 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR900RR16,185 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 PYF
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 52,077 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 52,074 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2024 51,895 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 50,430 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 50,426 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 4,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

reg/plate grips

Pass 23 Apr 2018 48,660 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 48,660 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 46,607 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 41,071 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 33,356 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 33,356 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,992 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR900RR?

Based on 196,040 MOT tests across 17,395 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
703
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
17,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,905
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,338
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,337
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,322
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,131
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GL53 PYF is a 2004 Honda CBR900RR in Red with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR900RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 16,185 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 CBR900RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,905 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL53 PYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR900RR typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR900RR is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL53 PYF registered?

GL53 PYF is a 2004 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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