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N123 TCN

1996 Honda CBR900

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,189 mi
Last recorded28,189 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR90026,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN123 TCN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 28,189 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 28,188 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 28,100 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 28,100 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn badly warped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 28,015 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 27,903 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 27,841 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 27,752 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 27,580 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 27,480 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 27,050 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 27,050 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 26,921 miles

alloy banjo bolts fitted on all lines repace with non alloy type

Pass 22 Jul 2011 26,626 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,545 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,986 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 25,656 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,656 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2007 24,156 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 20,889 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 TCN is a 1996 Honda CBR900 in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TCN, 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 TCN registered?

N123 TCN is a 1996 Honda CBR900, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N123 TCN safe to buy?

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