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R746 FBU

1998 Honda CBR900

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

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Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR746 FBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026
Pass 20 May 2025 7,554 miles

Rear Brake component slightly loose (1.1.21 (c))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 73,539 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 73,533 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 72,392 miles

Gear position sensor is permanently in neutral. Negating safety cut out functionality of side stand switch.

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 72,382 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 7,199 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 7,181 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 69,212 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 17 May 2013 69,211 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 15 May 2012 62,491 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 53,966 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2011 53,966 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 47,079 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 36,973 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 32,966 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 31,277 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 24,783 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR900?

Based on 8,016 MOT tests across 766 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
766
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 133
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
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R746 FBU is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 22,803 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 CBR900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R746 FBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R746 FBU registered?

R746 FBU is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R746 FBU safe to buy?

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