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R900 MSM

1999 Honda Cbr 900

Blue Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,921 mi
Last recorded15,921 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Cbr 90024,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 MSM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 15,921 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 15,843 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 15,834 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 15,829 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 15,818 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 15,764 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 15,671 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 15,423 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 15,334 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 14,986 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 12,531 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 8,594 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 4,046 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 3,802 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake slight bind

Fail 5 Aug 2011 3,802 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake slight bind

Pass 4 Aug 2010 3,057 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 900?

Based on 1,814 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
685
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
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R900 MSM is a 1999 Honda Cbr 900 in Blue with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda Cbr 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,268 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R900 MSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Cbr 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R900 MSM registered?

R900 MSM is a 1999 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is R900 MSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R900 MSM shows 16 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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