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R900 JWM

1998 Honda CBR900

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,250 mi
Last recorded23,250 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 JWM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 23,250 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 22,495 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 22,084 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 21,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 21,407 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 21,060 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 21,004 miles

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

rear shock has reduced damping effect

Fail 26 Mar 2019 21,004 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

rear shock has reduced damping effect

Pass 18 Apr 2018 20,739 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 20,395 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,773 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 9,525 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,389 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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R900 JWM is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R900 JWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R900 JWM registered?

R900 JWM is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R900 JWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R900 JWM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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