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J55 OAR

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Blue Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,213 mi
Last recorded33,213 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 OAR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 33,213 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 31,280 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 31,280 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 30,785 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 30,785 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2013 30,298 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 29,116 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 28,557 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 26,818 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2009 26,818 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 26,162 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 26,162 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,237 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 24,237 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100XX?

Based on 118,715 MOT tests across 8,692 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
8,692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,673
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 719
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 547
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 542
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 531
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J55 OAR is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Blue with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1100XX models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 31,266 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1100XX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,673 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J55 OAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1100XX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR1100XX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J55 OAR registered?

J55 OAR is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J55 OAR safe to buy?

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