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R741 DVU

1998 Honda Cbr 900

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,148 mi
Last recorded42,148 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 90028,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR741 DVU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 42,148 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 42,133 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 41,965 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2017 41,152 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 40,463 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 40,463 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2014 38,968 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 38,968 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 38,919 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 38,377 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2008 38,377 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 34,914 miles

home made number plate but fills all criteria

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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R741 DVU is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900 in Orange 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 R741 DVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R741 DVU registered?

R741 DVU is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R741 DVU safe to buy?

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