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P56 YCW

1997 Honda CBR900RR

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,946 mi
Last recorded25,946 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR900RR25,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 YCW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 25,946 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 25,689 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Light oil misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 25,565 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 25,456 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 25,341 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 25,035 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 24,898 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 24,566 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 7 Feb 2018 24,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 23,627 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 23,117 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 21,908 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 18,376 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 16,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 16,430 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 15,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 14,752 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 14,749 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 13,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 12,097 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,478 miles

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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P56 YCW 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 95.2%.

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 P56 YCW, 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 P56 YCW registered?

P56 YCW is a 1997 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P56 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P56 YCW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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