CarVerify

Free Car Check

P229 XUF

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

41,672 mi
Last recorded41,672 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 XUF
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 41,672 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 41,672 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 33,486 miles

exhaust leak

Fail 5 Sep 2024 33,074 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust leak

Pass 23 Aug 2023 32,397 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 32,370 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 32,370 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pillion seat insecure seat fairing (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,302 miles

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 32,201 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard fender missing

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 31,992 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 31,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Mar 2018 31,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 29,786 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 25,897 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 56,981 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 56,981 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 48,169 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 44,453 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 38,313 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 34,201 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 30,415 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 30,415 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 24,663 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 21,260 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 13,622 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
Full Honda CBR1100XX reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P229 XUF is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 P229 XUF, 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 P229 XUF?

You can check the full history of P229 XUF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P229 XUF registered?

P229 XUF is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P229 XUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P229 XUF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P229 XUF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P229 XUF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.