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BJ09 NBE

2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,897 mi
Last recorded39,897 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-913,178 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 NBE
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 RA-9
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 39,897 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 39,897 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 36,096 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 30,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 30,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 May 2022 27,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2022 27,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 25,266 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

gear lever slightly bent

Pass 16 Jun 2020 22,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 22,756 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 20,978 miles

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

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 20,972 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 16,706 miles

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

gear lever slightly bent

handle bars possible bent

Pass 3 Jun 2017 15,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

handle bars possible bent

Pass 16 May 2016 12,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 11,423 miles

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

clucth lever is slightly bent

handle bars possible bent

Pass 10 May 2014 10,225 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 8,150 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 18 May 2013 8,150 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 6,031 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 RA-9?

Based on 4,345 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
942
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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BJ09 NBE is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 13,178 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 Cb 1000 RA-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ09 NBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 RA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ09 NBE registered?

BJ09 NBE is a 2009 Honda Cb 1000 RA-9, first registered on 4 June 2009.

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