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HF04 SZR

2004 Honda CB900

Black Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

39,501 mi
Last recorded39,501 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CB90014,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 SZR
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 39,501 miles

Slight Engine Oil Leak

Pass 10 May 2025 38,707 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 38,707 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 37,432 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2023 35,714 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 34,084 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 31,972 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 30,354 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2020 30,354 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 28,608 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,259 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 25,813 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 23,793 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2016 23,793 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 23 May 2015 23,321 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 23,321 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 21,952 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 21,952 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 20,675 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,127 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 17,161 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 15,016 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 13,085 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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HF04 SZR is a 2004 Honda CB900 in Black with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 14,954 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 HF04 SZR, 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 22 years old, this Honda CB900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HF04 SZR registered?

HF04 SZR is a 2004 Honda CB900, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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The MOT history for HF04 SZR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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