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R499 YRV

1998 Honda Cbr 900

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,504 mi
Last recorded27,504 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 90028,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 YRV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 May 2014 27,504 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2014 27,504 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 26,071 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 24,959 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 23,454 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 21,552 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 21,552 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 18,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 13,831 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 11,544 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 11,544 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 7,047 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 900?

Based on 1,814 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
685
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
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R499 YRV is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900 in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 28,311 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 Cbr 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R499 YRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R499 YRV registered?

R499 YRV is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R499 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R499 YRV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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