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R550 RWR

1998 Honda CBR900RR

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,592 mi
Last recorded46,592 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR900RR24,111 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 RWR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 46,592 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 46,067 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 45,596 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 45,516 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 45,353 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 44,938 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 44,336 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 42,337 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 40,856 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 40,569 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 40,386 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 40,114 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 39,917 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 39,605 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 39,106 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 39,061 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,406 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 36,062 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 36,051 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 33,141 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 33,133 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 31,419 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 29,305 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 26,658 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR900RR?

Based on 196,040 MOT tests across 17,395 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
703
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
17,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,905
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,338
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,337
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,322
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,131
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R550 RWR is a 1998 Honda CBR900RR in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR900RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 24,111 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR900RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,905 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R550 RWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR900RR typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR900RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R550 RWR registered?

R550 RWR is a 1998 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R550 RWR safe to buy?

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