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N18 CBR

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,486 mi
Last recorded26,486 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN18 CBR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 26,486 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 26,484 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 26,448 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 26,221 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 25,913 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 25,662 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 25,662 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 25,585 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 25,585 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 25,089 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 24,441 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 23,620 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 23,236 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 22,702 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 22,115 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 22,113 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,530 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2011 20,598 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 20,598 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 19,324 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 18,236 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 18,236 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 17,534 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 17,527 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 15,391 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 13,169 miles

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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N18 CBR is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1100XX models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 33,202 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 N18 CBR, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR1100XX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N18 CBR?

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What year was N18 CBR registered?

N18 CBR is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is N18 CBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N18 CBR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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