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R270 EJO

1998 Honda CBR900

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,018 mi
Last recorded41,018 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 EJO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 41,018 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 40,802 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 40,382 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 40,002 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 39,415 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 39,415 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,881 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 38,207 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 36,657 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 33,998 miles

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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R270 EJO is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 22,803 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R270 EJO, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R270 EJO registered?

R270 EJO is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R270 EJO safe to buy?

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