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Honda Cbr900rr-w MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 30 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 13.3%.

86.7%
Pass Rate
13.3%
Fail Rate
30
Total Tests
Motorcycle steering and suspension
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Honda Cbr900rr-w MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Cbr900rr-w is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 30 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.7% and a failure rate of 13.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Honda Cbr900rr-w earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cbr900rr-w presents for MOT with approximately 28,389 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cbr900rr-w is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 16.7% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 6.7%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 6.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (30 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle steering and suspension 16.7%
Motorcycle lighting and signalling 6.7%
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 6.7%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Steering And Suspension16.7%5
2Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors6.7%2
3Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling6.7%2
4Motorcycle Tyres3.3%1
5Motorcycle Drive System3.3%1
6Motorcycle Driving Controls3.3%1
7Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels3.3%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 28,389 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle steering and suspension5.87% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors2.35% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling2.35% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres1.17% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system1.17% per 10K miMotorcycle driving controls1.17% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels1.17% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle steering and suspension5.8716.7%5
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors2.356.7%2
Motorcycle lighting and signalling2.356.7%2
Motorcycle tyres1.173.3%1
Motorcycle drive system1.173.3%1
Motorcycle driving controls1.173.3%1
Motorcycle tyres and wheels1.173.3%1

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Mileage at MOT

28,389
Mean
30,203
Median
16,372
25th Percentile
34,268
75th Percentile

The average Honda Cbr900rr-w has 28,389 miles when tested for MOT.

📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate

How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.

4.68%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
13.3%
Overall Fail Rate
28,389 avg miles
⚠️ Average — typical failure rate

The Honda Cbr900rr-w has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.68% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.

About Honda Cbr900rr-w MOT Data

The Honda Cbr900rr-w is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 30 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.7% and a failure rate of 13.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Honda Cbr900rr-w owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cbr900rr-w is likely to perform.

Motorcycle steering and suspension — 16.7% of failures

Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 16.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr900rr-w. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 6.7% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr900rr-w. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 6.7% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr900rr-w. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cbr900rr-w?

Based on 30 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cbr900rr-w has an overall pass rate of 86.7% (13.3% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr900rr-w?

The top 3 reasons a Honda Cbr900rr-w fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (16.7%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.7%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Honda Cbr900rr-w reliable?

With a 13.3% MOT failure rate, the Cbr900rr-w is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cbr900rr-w?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (16.7%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.7%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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