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M883 ABV

1997 Honda CBR900RR

Purple Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CBR900RR25,819 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM883 ABV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018
Pass 22 May 2017
Pass 20 May 2016
Pass 12 Jun 2015
Pass 12 Jun 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2012
Fail 18 Jun 2012

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 13 Jun 2011

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

no lighting fitted, for use in daylight hours only

Pass 5 Jun 2010 10,090 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2009
Pass 9 Nov 2007
Pass 30 Sep 2006

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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M883 ABV is a 1997 Honda CBR900RR in Purple with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR900RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 25,819 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M883 ABV, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR900RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M883 ABV registered?

M883 ABV is a 1997 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is M883 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M883 ABV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M883 ABV have outstanding finance?

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