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R552 TSN

1998 Honda Cbr 900

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,952 mi
Last recorded35,952 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 90028,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 TSN
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2024 35,952 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 May 2024 35,952 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 35,854 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 34,974 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 33,818 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 31,688 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,261 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 26,720 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 26,078 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2014 26,010 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,953 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 25,833 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,571 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 25,571 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 25,248 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 25,248 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 24,165 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2006 22,034 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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R552 TSN is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900 in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R552 TSN, 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 R552 TSN registered?

R552 TSN is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R552 TSN safe to buy?

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