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PKE 959W

1981 Honda CB900

Black Petrol 901cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,522 mi
Last recorded38,522 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CB90036,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 959W
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine901cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 38,522 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 38,225 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 37,653 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 37,499 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 36,898 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 36,707 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 36,325 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 35,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 35,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 35,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 35,086 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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PKE 959W is a 1981 Honda CB900 in Black with a 901cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,472 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 PKE 959W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PKE 959W?

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What year was PKE 959W registered?

PKE 959W is a 1981 Honda CB900, first registered on 28 March 1981.

Is PKE 959W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKE 959W shows 11 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.

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