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R556 YPO

1998 Honda CBR900RR

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,757 mi
Last recorded35,757 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR900RR24,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 YPO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 35,757 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 34,548 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 34,238 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 33,874 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 32,016 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 30,023 miles

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 25 Oct 2016 30,016 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 29,859 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 28,766 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,220 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 28,068 miles

NOISE FROM REAR TRANSMISSION

Pass 14 May 2011 26,372 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 22,981 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 18,072 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2008 18,072 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 12,422 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 11,337 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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R556 YPO is a 1998 Honda CBR900RR in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R556 YPO, 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 R556 YPO registered?

R556 YPO is a 1998 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R556 YPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 YPO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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