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YG53 GNO

2003 Honda CB900

Black Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,869 mi
Last recorded42,869 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB90015,845 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 GNO
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 42,869 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2024 40,295 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 39,139 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 34,766 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 30,733 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2020 30,702 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

throttle operation stiff

Pass 9 Feb 2019 24,328 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 22,774 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 18,947 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 14,459 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 12,587 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 10,906 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,310 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 8,414 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,090 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 6,271 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 5,537 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 4,708 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 4,708 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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YG53 GNO is a 2003 Honda CB900 in Black with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 15,845 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 YG53 GNO, 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 23 years old, this Honda CB900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG53 GNO registered?

YG53 GNO is a 2003 Honda CB900, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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