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Honda Cb 1100 A-d Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cb 1100 A-d reliable? We analysed 1,175 real MOT tests across 136 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,175 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.5%
Typical Mileage
7,731mi
Annual Mileage
651mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Honda Cb 1100 A-d is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cb 1100 A-d.

Honda Cb 1100 A-d Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cb 1100 A-d. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cb 1100 A-d MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cb 1100 A-d to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.6%
2013

Honda Cb 1100 A-d Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cb 1100 A-d fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 3
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 2
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Honda Cb 1100 A-d Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cb 1100 A-d models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 6
Valve stem seriously damaged 2

Honda Cb 1100 A-d Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cb 1100 A-d owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
248 mi/yr
Typical
651 mi/yr
Average
1,124 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,444 mi/yr

Honda Cb 1100 A-d MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cb 1100 A-d year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 1,129 93.6% 4,155 7,660 11,849

How Long Does a Honda Cb 1100 A-d Last?

Based on 136 Honda Cb 1100 A-d vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.5 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Honda Cb 1100 A-d Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cb 1100 A-d MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,731 mi
75th Percentile
11,920 mi
95th Percentile
25,273 mi
Max Recorded
54,892 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cb 1100 A-d

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2013

93.6% MOT pass rate from 1,129 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cb 1100 A-d is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.6% across 1,129 tests.

How Does the Honda Cb 1100 A-d Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Cb 1100 A-d THIS CAR 93.5% 1,175 7,731 mi 13 yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Fiat Seicento SX 66.7% 2,303 49,964 mi 28 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cb 1100 A-d outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cb 1100 A-d?

The Honda Cb 1100 A-d has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.5% across 1,175 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Honda Cb 1100 A-d are tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (3 recorded failures), brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (2), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (2). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Cb 1100 A-d with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Honda Cb 1100 A-d owner drives around 651 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Honda Cb 1100 A-d models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Cb 1100 A-d — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cb 1100 A-d reliable?
Based on 1,175 MOT tests, the Honda Cb 1100 A-d has a 93.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cb 1100 A-d?
The most common MOT failures are tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick, and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cb 1100 A-d do per year?
The typical Honda Cb 1100 A-d does around 651 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cb 1100 A-d last?
Most Honda Cb 1100 A-d models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 136 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cb 1100 A-d?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Cb 1100 A-d?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cb 1100 A-d is 2013 with a 93.6% pass rate across 1,129 tests.