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P189 DSA

1997 Honda CBR900

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,893 mi
Last recorded24,893 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 DSA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 24,893 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 23,694 miles

REAR SUSPENSION UNIT SOFT IN DAMPING OPERATION.

Pass 15 Oct 2018 21,474 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 19,871 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 18,463 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 16,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 15,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front fender incorrectly fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2014 15,616 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 15,514 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 15,349 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 15,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 15,062 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 14,735 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 13,728 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 13,487 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 13,312 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 12,598 miles

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

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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P189 DSA is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 23,672 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 P189 DSA, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P189 DSA registered?

P189 DSA is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 7 March 1997.

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