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R851 NBU

1998 Honda CBR900

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,495 mi
Last recorded33,495 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 NBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 33,495 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 33,406 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 33,200 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 33,200 miles

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

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 32,727 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 32,727 miles

Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 32,187 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 32,187 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 30,924 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 30,217 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 29,293 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 28,427 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 26,335 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,658 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 24,396 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 23,305 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 22,050 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 21,828 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2005 19,345 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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R851 NBU is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R851 NBU, 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.

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What year was R851 NBU registered?

R851 NBU is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R851 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 NBU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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