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RK51 WLU

2002 Honda CB900

Silver Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,942 mi
Last recorded52,942 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB90019,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 WLU
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 52,942 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 47,648 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 45,373 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 44,469 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 43,226 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,372 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 41,239 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 39,416 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 39,416 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 38,381 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 37,231 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 35,173 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 33,419 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 31,344 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 30,271 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 28,658 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 27,035 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 27,035 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 26,149 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 24,180 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,577 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 19,055 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 16,497 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 WLU is a 2002 Honda CB900 in Silver with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WLU, 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 WLU registered?

RK51 WLU is a 2002 Honda CB900, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is RK51 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 WLU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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