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Honda CBR900

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 900 cc

S788 DCDMOT history

S788 DCD is a red petrol Honda CBR900 first used on 6 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2018 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 51,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2018
Mileage
51,834 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S788 DCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CBR900
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
900 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2018
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S788 DCD was last recorded at 51,834 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,568 miles · 23 May 2017
Between the last two tests
266 miles
Average per year
351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,834 miles
  • 2017 – 51,568 miles
  • 2015 – 50,964 miles
  • 2014 – 50,585 miles
  • 2013 – 50,176 miles
  • 2010 – 48,837 miles
  • 2009 – 46,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail51,834 miles
  • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

11 tests since 31 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail51,834 miles (+266)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    523764779590
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass51,568 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,568 miles
    Test number
    226997906080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass50,964 miles (+379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    50,964 miles
    Test number
    473043048784
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
  4. Pass50,585 miles (+409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,585 miles
    Test number
    385669314104
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
  5. Pass50,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,176 miles
    Test number
    926330823152
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  6. Fail50,176 miles (+1,339)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,176 miles
    Test number
    789546113147
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testSteering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  7. Pass48,837 miles (+2,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,837 miles
    Test number
    150027870170
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
  8. Pass46,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,161 miles
    Test number
    401636959168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail46,161 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,161 miles
    Test number
    894466959145
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
  10. Pass38,449 km (+3,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,449 km
    Test number
    552046788098
    • AdvisoryFront Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  11. Pass34,572 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,572 km
    Test number
    780290697000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S788 DCD

Does S788 DCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S788 DCD expired on 22 May 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S788 DCD?
The MOT on S788 DCD expired on 22 May 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S788 DCD done?
S788 DCD was recorded at 51,834 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 351 miles a year.
Has S788 DCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S788 DCD has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S788 DCD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S788 DCD find?
S788 DCD failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects and 3 major defects: front tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; rear tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; front shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, and 2 more.

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