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P961 CEP

1998 Honda CB900

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,848 mi
Last recorded11,848 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB90034,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 CEP
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 11,848 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 11,194 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 10,185 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 9,773 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 9,371 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 9,106 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 8,850 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 8,668 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 8,668 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 8,540 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 8,372 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 8,372 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 8,207 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 8,005 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 7,705 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 7,391 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 7,209 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 6,947 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 6,752 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 6,623 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 6,472 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 6,147 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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P961 CEP is a 1998 Honda CB900 in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 34,839 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P961 CEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P961 CEP registered?

P961 CEP is a 1998 Honda CB900, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is P961 CEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P961 CEP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P961 CEP have outstanding finance?

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