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N50 SEF

1997 Honda CBR900RR

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,582 mi
Last recorded23,582 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR900RR25,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN50 SEF
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 23,582 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 23,534 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 23,340 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 23,242 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 23,192 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 22,928 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 22,820 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2018 22,820 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 22,779 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 22,531 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 22,376 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 22,005 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 21,540 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,222 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 20,437 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 18,866 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 17,181 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 17,176 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2008 16,079 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 14,189 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 14,189 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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N50 SEF is a 1997 Honda CBR900RR in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N50 SEF, 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 N50 SEF registered?

N50 SEF is a 1997 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N50 SEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N50 SEF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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