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YH04 XBB

2004 Honda CB900

Silver Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,856 mi
Last recorded15,856 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CB90014,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH04 XBB
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 15,856 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 15,759 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 15,759 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 15,648 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 15,212 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 15,195 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 15,193 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 14,528 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 13,504 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 11,852 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 11,843 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 10,369 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 9,997 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 8,489 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 8,481 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 8,399 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 8,389 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,238 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 7,996 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,487 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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YH04 XBB is a 2004 Honda CB900 in Silver with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 14,954 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 YH04 XBB, 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 22 years old, this Honda CB900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YH04 XBB registered?

YH04 XBB is a 2004 Honda CB900, first registered on 10 April 2004.

Is YH04 XBB safe to buy?

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