2004 Honda CB900 0.9L Petrol · CE04 NJV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 14 May 2026 at 9,801 miles. While the motorcycle maintains a consistent pass record, the history shows a recurring pattern of minor consumable issues rather than significant mechanical failures. The most recent advisory regarding a front tyre worn close to the legal limit indicates that while the vehicle is compliant, basic maintenance of tyres is a repeating requirement for this machine. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 2004 model, averaging approximately 446 miles per year. The data shows very gradual accumulation, moving from 7,157 miles in August 2013 to 9,801 miles in May 2026. This extremely low usage suggests the motorcycle has spent significant periods stationary. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, such long periods of inactivity can often lead to secondary issues such as perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, or degraded fluids. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyres and suspension. The MOT record shows a persistent trend of front tyres being worn close to the legal limit, specifically in 2018, 2021, 2024, and 2026. This suggests the owner tends to run consumables to their limit rather than replacing them proactively. The 2021 test also flagged a light misting of oil on the rear shock absorber. Although no subsequent failures occurred, the buyer should verify that this leak has not progressed into a significant seal failure or compromised the damping performance. Given the low annual mileage, inspecting the condition of all rubber seals, fuel lines, and tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking is essential. The lack of recorded structural or brake-related defects is positive, but the history of tyre-related advisories and the single failure in August 2012 for low rear tyre tread suggests a maintenance pattern focused on minimum compliance. A thorough check of the braking system for binding or corrosion would be a prudent step to ensure the low-use pattern hasn't caused component seizure.