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R559 SYC

1998 Honda CBR900RR

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,945 mi
Last recorded94,945 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR900RR24,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 SYC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900RR
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 94,945 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 93,433 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 92,165 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 91,706 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 90,697 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 90,697 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2020 89,107 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 89,107 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 87,470 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 87,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2018 85,564 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 85,564 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 84,200 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 84,168 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 82,916 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 81,673 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2015 81,652 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated front pipe flanges missing corroded away (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort both front discs (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 80,525 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 80,213 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 7,976 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 78,582 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 May 2010 77,762 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 76,724 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 14 May 2009 76,724 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 74,251 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 71,169 miles

Front brakes sticking on slightly.

Pass 22 Mar 2006 67,002 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 66,967 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R559 SYC is a 1998 Honda CBR900RR in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R559 SYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R559 SYC registered?

R559 SYC is a 1998 Honda CBR900RR, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R559 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 SYC shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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