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R74 PCW

1998 Honda CBR900

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,015 mi
Last recorded26,015 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 PCW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 26,015 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 24,816 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 23,428 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 23,357 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 23,238 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 22,935 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 22,219 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 22,045 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 21,723 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 21,723 miles

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2014 20,175 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 20,175 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 20,162 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,856 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 19,714 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 19,572 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 19,399 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 18,675 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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R74 PCW is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R74 PCW, 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 R74 PCW registered?

R74 PCW is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R74 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R74 PCW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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