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Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 reliable? We analysed 6,367 real MOT tests across 497 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,367 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.7%
Typical Mileage
19,881mi
Annual Mileage
1,119mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbr 1100 X-6.

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.9%
2008
90.7%
2007
91.2%
2006
95.1%
2005

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 14

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
376 mi/yr
Typical
1,119 mi/yr
Average
1,944 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,561 mi/yr

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 769 88.9% 10,926 20,257 35,272
2007 2,883 90.7% 11,830 19,548 30,664
2006 2,589 91.2% 11,728 20,115 31,047
2005 61 95.1% 11,200 15,000 29,123

How Long Does a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Last?

Based on 497 Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.1 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
19,881 mi
75th Percentile
31,176 mi
95th Percentile
58,342 mi
Max Recorded
900,543 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cbr 1100 X-6

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

Best year
2005

95.1% MOT pass rate from 61 tests

Year to avoid
2008

88.9% MOT pass rate from 769 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 61 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 THIS CAR 90.7% 6,367 19,881 mi 20 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
Volkswagen Buggy 79.5% 2,410 26,774 mi 65 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cbr 1100 X-6?

The Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.7% across 6,367 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 Cbr 1100 X-6 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (60 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (29), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (16). 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 Cbr 1100 X-6 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 Cbr 1100 X-6 owner drives around 1,119 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 Cbr 1100 X-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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 Cbr 1100 X-6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 reliable?
Based on 6,367 MOT tests, the Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 has a 90.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 do per year?
The typical Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 does around 1,119 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 last?
Most Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 497 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cbr 1100 X-6?
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 Cbr 1100 X-6?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 1100 X-6 is 2005 with a 95.1% pass rate across 61 tests.