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P961 BPB

1996 Honda Cbr 900

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,400 mi
Last recorded52,400 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr 90025,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 BPB
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 900
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 52,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 52,007 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 52,007 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 51,679 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 50,973 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 50,969 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working Front position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Movement in front steering head bearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Left fork leg leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 49,183 miles

Central Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn front discs worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy silencer is aftermarket type (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 46,387 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 46,387 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 44,048 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 36,316 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 29,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,521 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 238,910 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Sep 2008 23,891 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 18,754 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 11,220 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P961 BPB is a 1996 Honda Cbr 900 in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P961 BPB, 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 P961 BPB registered?

P961 BPB is a 1996 Honda Cbr 900, first registered on 6 September 1996.

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