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P481 UNJ

1996 Honda Cbr 900

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,178 mi
Last recorded38,178 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr 90025,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP481 UNJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 38,178 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 37,799 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 37,369 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 35,874 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 35,874 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 35,538 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 34,865 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 33,837 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 31,861 miles

OFFSIDE INDICATOR LENS TAPED UP

Pass 23 Apr 2005 30,245 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2005 30,228 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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P481 UNJ is a 1996 Honda Cbr 900 in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbr 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 25,172 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 P481 UNJ, 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 30 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 P481 UNJ registered?

P481 UNJ is a 1996 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P481 UNJ safe to buy?

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