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L181 JBE

1993 Honda CBR900

Black Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,812 mi
Last recorded40,812 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda CBR90032,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL181 JBE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 40,812 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 40,592 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 39,550 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 39,332 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 39,029 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 38,880 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 38,736 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,405 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 37,854 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 36,350 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,922 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 34,557 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 33,306 miles

o/s lower fairing cracked at mounting

Pass 14 Jul 2011 31,745 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 30,531 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fitted with aftermarket exhaust with baffle

Pass 10 Jun 2009 27,139 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 25,809 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 25,806 miles

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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L181 JBE is a 1993 Honda CBR900 in Black with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 32,240 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 L181 JBE, 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 33 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L181 JBE registered?

L181 JBE is a 1993 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L181 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L181 JBE shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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