Honda Cbr900Rr
MotorcycleFrom 7,898 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Cbr900Rrs fare better: 2004 models pass at 88.3% vs 83.5% for 1996.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 84 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 84 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 67 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 56 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 43 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 39 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 31 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 30 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 30 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 26 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 26 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 9% of Cbr900Rr failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £43.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 88.3% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2003 | 90.3% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a wheel bearing excessively rough |
| 2002 | 86.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2001 | 84.3% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
9 earlier years
| 2000 | 87.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1999 | 88.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1998 | 90.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1997 | 88.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 1996 | 83.5% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured |
| 1995 | 86.2% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1994 | 87.3% | a wheel bearing excessively rough, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1993 | 85.6% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1992 | 94.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr900Rrs tested had between 22,934 and 40,695 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,918 median miles, the Cbr900Rr has 0.037 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cbr900Rr MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr900Rr has a 87.9% MOT pass rate based on 7,898 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr900Rr?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr900Rr is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 84 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr900Rr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr900Rr is 32,918 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,934 and 40,695 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.