1997 HONDA CBR900RR0.9L Petrol

The 1997 Honda CBR900RR holds a clear MOT pass record, with the latest examination on 24 April 2025 at 31,638 miles returning no defects. Prior tests on 10 January 2024 at 59,494 miles, 8 February 2023 at 58,581 miles, 23 September 2021 at 57,970 miles and 8 June 2020 at 57,560 miles also passed without advisories. The compliance trend stays stable across each assessment, yet the sharp mileage reversal between January 2024 and April 2025 signals an odometer inconsistency that clouds the reliability of the recorded distance. The mileage pattern defies typical age expectations for a near-three-decade-old machine. From mid-2020 to late 2021 the bike added just 410 miles, indicating minimal riding. Accumulation remained slow through 2023 and 2024, reaching 59,494 miles. The subsequent 2025 reading of 31,638 miles cuts the figure by over half. Such a drop suggests either a clerical error at the testing station or deliberate clocking. The five-entry history is sparse but clean, showing no consumable or structural flags across the period. Prospective owners must inspect the vehicle in person to confirm mechanical integrity beyond the test snapshots. The steel frame and swingarm demand close checks for corrosion, particularly around welded joints and suspension mounting points. Fork seals should be examined for oil weepage, and the rear monoshock inspected for damping loss. Brake calipers may bind after long stationary periods; disc surfaces could show pitting from moisture. The drive chain and sprockets need wear measurement despite the low 2025 figure. Tyres warrant replacement if sidewalls show cracking from age, as rubber perishes regardless of tread remaining. The absence of MOT advisories does not negate the need for a thorough pre-purchase assessment given the conflicting mileage and the bike's vintage.