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RO02 ORU

2002 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

55,678 mi
Last recorded55,678 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB90019,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 ORU
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 55,678 miles

Central Front Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear rear tyre has repair plug

headlight masked at time of mot

Pass 30 Apr 2024 55,611 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 55,611 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 55,551 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 53,300 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 49,844 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 47,618 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 46,653 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 44,475 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 44,465 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

wiring at steering inscure beside fuel tank

Pass 22 Oct 2009 40,683 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2009 40,683 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 39,057 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 30,894 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 27,446 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 25,113 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 17,023 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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RO02 ORU is a 2002 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RO02 ORU, 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 RO02 ORU registered?

RO02 ORU is a 2002 Honda CB900, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is RO02 ORU safe to buy?

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