2003 Honda CBR900RR 1.0L Petrol · RJ03 LSX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a sudden decline in maintenance standards. While it passed its latest test on 30 October 2024 at 99,999 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. That failure revealed critical issues including a front brake lever with insufficient reserve travel and a binding front brake caliper. This suggests that while the faults were rectified to meet minimum standards, the underlying braking system had been neglected prior to the 2024 inspection. The mileage profile is remarkably low for a 23-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 4,348 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2023, the bike covered 3,470 miles, showing consistent but light usage. However, the jump of 1,147 miles between 2023 and 2024 indicates slightly more recent activity. Such low annual mileage often leads to degradation of rubber seals and corrosion of moving components, which likely contributed to the binding issues observed during the most recent test. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the front braking assembly to ensure the binding issue noted in October 2024 has been fully resolved. Check the master cylinder and caliper pistons for signs of fluid ingress or perished seals. The non-functional dashboard mentioned in the 2024 failure also requires verification to ensure all instruments, including the speedometer and warning lights, are operating correctly. Given the age and low mileage, specifically inspect the fork seals for leaks and the tyres for deep sidew cracking, as these components often fail when a vehicle sits for long periods.