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P173 XWR

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,723 mi
Last recorded42,723 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 XWR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 42,723 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 36,938 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 36,577 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 36,026 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 35,195 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 34,121 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 33,463 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 28,657 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,246 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,853 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 22,853 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 19,958 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 16,030 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,015 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 9,461 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 7,540 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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P173 XWR is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P173 XWR, 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

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What year was P173 XWR registered?

P173 XWR is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P173 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P173 XWR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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