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R261 WBK

1997 Honda CBR900

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,799 mi
Last recorded36,799 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 WBK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 36,799 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 36,722 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 36,710 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 36,323 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 36,122 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 36,122 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 33,244 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 33,244 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 31,122 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

rear chaingaurd missing

Pass 21 Dec 2006 30,263 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 21 Dec 2006 30,263 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2005 29,782 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 29,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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R261 WBK is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R261 WBK, 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.

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What year was R261 WBK registered?

R261 WBK is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R261 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 WBK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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