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S897 RUJ

1998 Honda CBR900

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,833 mi
Last recorded34,833 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS897 RUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 34,833 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 34,574 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 34,220 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 33,828 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 32,351 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 32,019 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 31,687 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 31,667 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 31,591 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 31,425 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 31,239 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 31,005 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 29,507 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 28,598 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,118 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2009 27,605 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 26,792 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 26,070 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 24,346 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR900?

Based on 8,016 MOT tests across 766 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
766
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 133
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
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S897 RUJ is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 22,803 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S897 RUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S897 RUJ registered?

S897 RUJ is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is S897 RUJ safe to buy?

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