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J959 MRN

1992 Honda Cbr 900

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,468 mi
Last recorded98,468 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda Cbr 90039,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ959 MRN
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 98,468 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 95,229 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 92,315 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 92,048 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 92,034 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 92,034 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 91,422 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 90,417 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 89,702 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 89,397 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 89,356 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 89,113 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 88,799 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 88,799 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 88,491 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 87,233 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 86,542 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 86,542 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 85,811 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))

Fail 18 May 2007 85,228 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 May 2007 85,228 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 84,874 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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J959 MRN is a 1992 Honda Cbr 900 in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda Cbr 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 39,859 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 J959 MRN, 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 34 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 J959 MRN registered?

J959 MRN is a 1992 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J959 MRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J959 MRN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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