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RK51 WHV

2002 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,434 mi
Last recorded30,434 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB90019,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 WHV
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 30,434 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 29,413 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 28,394 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 27,025 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 27,025 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 25,911 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 24,699 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 24,699 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 23,748 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy noisy can fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 22,145 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 21,761 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 21,425 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,312 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 20,978 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear disc starting to crack

Fail 5 May 2010 20,978 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear disc starting to crack

Pass 16 May 2009 20,672 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 20,665 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 20,665 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2007 16,204 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 14,216 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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RK51 WHV is a 2002 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 19,920 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 CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK51 WHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 24 years old, this Honda CB900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK51 WHV registered?

RK51 WHV is a 2002 Honda CB900, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is RK51 WHV safe to buy?

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