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R228 XTP

1998 Honda CBR900

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

15,418 mi
Last recorded15,418 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR90022,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 XTP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR900
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 15,418 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 15,210 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 15,210 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 15,060 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 14,662 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 14,387 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 14,229 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 14,080 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 13,990 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 13,831 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,611 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 13,342 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,898 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 12,816 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 12,216 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 11,483 miles

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

wear in rear caliper slides.

Fail 6 May 2010 11,482 miles

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

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

wear in rear caliper slides.

Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,416 miles

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

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

slight uneven wear front tyre.

Pass 30 Apr 2008 11,128 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 10,864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,777 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR900?

Based on 8,016 MOT tests across 766 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
552
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
766
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 133
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
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R228 XTP is a 1998 Honda CBR900 in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 22,803 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R228 XTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR900 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R228 XTP registered?

R228 XTP is a 1998 Honda CBR900, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R228 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 XTP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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