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S46 JLM

1998 Honda Cbr 900

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,386 mi
Last recorded47,386 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 90028,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS46 JLM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 47,386 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 47,215 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 45,841 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 43,397 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (is set on maximum damping settings) (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

swing arm bearings may be incorectly installed or spacer missing as more thead than usual is petruding from nut.

Fail 14 Nov 2019 43,397 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured has many cracks around holes, most being visible on both sides of disc. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (is set on maximum damping settings) (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

swing arm bearings may be incorectly installed or spacer missing as more thead than usual is petruding from nut.

Pass 20 Aug 2010 42,766 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 39,880 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 32,688 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 32,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 29,926 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 29,926 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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S46 JLM is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 28,311 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 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 S46 JLM, 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 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S46 JLM registered?

S46 JLM is a 1998 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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