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N54 XBL

1996 Honda CBR900

Grey Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,344 mi
Last recorded49,344 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR90026,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN54 XBL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 49,344 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 45,335 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 45,320 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 40,811 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 34,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 30,037 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 25,012 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 20,117 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 14 Aug 2010 20,117 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 14,178 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,398 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 13,398 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 11,982 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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N54 XBL is a 1996 Honda CBR900 in Grey with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 N54 XBL, 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 N54 XBL registered?

N54 XBL is a 1996 Honda CBR900, first registered on 27 April 1996.

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