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R899 ETC

1998 Honda Cbr

Grey Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

26,376 mi
Last recorded26,376 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR899 ETC
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 26,376 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 26,271 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 26,042 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 17,114 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 13,467 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey headers (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 13,463 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey headers (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 13,379 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 11,730 miles

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired discoloured (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired discoloured (1.3.3a)

slight bind front brake

Fail 12 Mar 2016 11,726 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired discoloured (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired discoloured (1.3.3a)

slight bind front brake

Pass 7 Mar 2015 10,931 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 10,419 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 9,645 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 8,929 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Fail 3 Mar 2012 8,929 miles

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 8,484 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 8,050 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 6,480 miles

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

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

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

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 4,887 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 4,887 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 3,567 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 3,567 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 338 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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R899 ETC is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Grey with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,026 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R899 ETC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R899 ETC registered?

R899 ETC is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R899 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R899 ETC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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