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GF51 XVE

2001 Honda CBR1100

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

32,587 mi
Last recorded32,587 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 XVE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 32,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 32,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 32,371 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 31,609 miles

Drive chain slightly loose Has some stiff links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 31,153 miles

Drive chain has some stiff links

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 29,415 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,134 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 29,134 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 28,602 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 28,602 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2016 24,988 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 23,701 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 22,874 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 22,874 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 22,552 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 22,396 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 22,076 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 21,965 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 21,965 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 21,078 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 19,899 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 16,004 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100?

Based on 2,675 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,030
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
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GF51 XVE is a 2001 Honda CBR1100 in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF51 XVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CBR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF51 XVE registered?

GF51 XVE is a 2001 Honda CBR1100, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is GF51 XVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 XVE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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