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P42 YCW

1997 Honda CBR900

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,661 mi
Last recorded67,661 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 YCW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 67,661 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 67,661 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 66,892 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 66,882 miles

front tyre worn low in places

Pass 17 Mar 2015 65,355 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 65,078 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 65,026 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 65,024 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 64,980 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 63,315 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 59,612 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 59,612 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 56,785 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 52,862 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 52,862 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 52,854 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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P42 YCW is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P42 YCW, 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 P42 YCW registered?

P42 YCW is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P42 YCW safe to buy?

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