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N123 EKW

1996 Honda CBR900

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,638 mi
Last recorded15,638 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR90026,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN123 EKW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 15,638 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 13,288 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 1,320 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 11,825 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 9,752 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 9,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 9,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 9,722 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 9,718 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 10,190 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,636 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 9,605 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 9,057 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 7,125 miles

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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N123 EKW is a 1996 Honda CBR900 in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 26,501 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 N123 EKW, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N123 EKW registered?

N123 EKW is a 1996 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 May 1996.

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The MOT history for N123 EKW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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