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R81 MGK

1997 Honda CBR900

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,941 mi
Last recorded32,941 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR81 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 32,941 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 32,373 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 32,099 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 32,097 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,720 miles

Central Front Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 31,306 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 30,645 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 29,585 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 29,151 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive link arm (2.4.B.4)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 29,151 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive link arm (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 28,890 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 28,884 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 28,664 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,160 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,707 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,273 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 26,692 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 26,338 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 37,580 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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R81 MGK is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R81 MGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R81 MGK registered?

R81 MGK is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R81 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R81 MGK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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