Honda Cbr900rrw MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 121 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 27.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cbr900rrw MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cbr900rrw is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 121 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.7% and a failure rate of 27.3%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cbr900rrw earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Cbr900rrw presents for MOT with approximately 28,362 miles on the clock. The 1998 manufacture year performs best with a 69.8% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cbr900rrw is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 18.2% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 10.7%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 10.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 19.0% | 23 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 11.6% | 14 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 11.6% | 14 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 9.9% | 12 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 8.3% | 10 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 6.6% | 8 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.3% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.5% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.5% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.5% | 3 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.7% | 2 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 1.7% | 2 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.8% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 28,362 miFor 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.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 6.70 | 19.0% | 23 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.08 | 11.6% | 14 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.08 | 11.6% | 14 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.50 | 9.9% | 12 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.91 | 8.3% | 10 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.33 | 6.6% | 8 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.17 | 3.3% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.87 | 2.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.87 | 2.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.87 | 2.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.58 | 1.7% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.58 | 1.7% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.29 | 0.8% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.29 | 0.8% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cbr900rrw has 28,362 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.
The Honda Cbr900rrw has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 9.63% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Cbr900rrw MOT Data
The Honda Cbr900rrw is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 121 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.7% and a failure rate of 27.3%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cbr900rrw owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Cbr900rrw is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 18.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 18.2% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr900rrw. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 10.7% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 10.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr900rrw. 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 tyres and wheels — 10.7% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 10.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr900rrw. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cbr900rrw?
Based on 121 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cbr900rrw has an overall pass rate of 72.7% (27.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr900rrw?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cbr900rrw fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (18.2%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (10.7%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (10.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cbr900rrw reliable?
With a 27.3% MOT failure rate, the Cbr900rrw is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cbr900rrw?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (18.2%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (10.7%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (10.7%). 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.