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LBU 947V

1997 Honda CB900

Maroon Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

17,851 mi
Last recorded17,851 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB90028,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBU 947V
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 17,851 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 17,763 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 17,468 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 17,277 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2017 17,277 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 17,260 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fail 10 May 2014 17,026 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

rear tyre starting to show age related cracks in the sidewall

Pass 10 May 2014 17,026 miles

rear tyre starting to show age related cracks in the sidewall

Pass 20 May 2013 16,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 15,627 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

o/s/r exhurst damaged

slight run out on front road wheel

small oil leak from sump plug

Fail 14 May 2012 15,627 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

o/s/r exhurst damaged

slight run out on front road wheel

small oil leak from sump plug

Fail 14 May 2011 15,569 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 14 May 2011 15,569 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 15,551 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 15,050 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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LBU 947V is a 1997 Honda CB900 in Maroon with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 28,294 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 LBU 947V, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LBU 947V registered?

LBU 947V is a 1997 Honda CB900, first registered on 4 April 1997.

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