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R86 XBU

1997 Honda CBR900

Yellow Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,117 mi
Last recorded43,117 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR90023,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR86 XBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 43,117 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 42,965 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 42,641 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 42,564 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 41,901 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 41,627 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 40,866 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 40,573 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 39,453 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 39,453 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 38,119 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 36,063 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 31,763 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 31,412 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 31,343 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 31,262 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 31,096 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 31,020 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 30,765 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 30,433 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2007 30,433 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 29,845 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 29,189 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 29,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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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R86 XBU is a 1997 Honda CBR900 in Yellow with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R86 XBU, 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 R86 XBU registered?

R86 XBU is a 1997 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R86 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R86 XBU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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