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R761 OST

1997 Honda CBR900

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,900 mi
Last recorded25,900 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 OST
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 25,900 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 25,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 25,898 miles

Nearside Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2015 25,718 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2014 25,718 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 25,718 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 25,639 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 25,555 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 25,551 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 24,665 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 23,045 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 21,994 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 21,855 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 21,855 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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R761 OST is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 23,672 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 R761 OST, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R761 OST registered?

R761 OST is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R761 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R761 OST shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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