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P246 OLY

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,617 mi
Last recorded56,617 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 OLY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 56,617 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 55,988 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 55,649 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 55,646 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 55,359 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 54,023 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 53,855 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 53,640 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 53,323 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 52,271 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 50,301 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 48,279 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 41,765 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 37,819 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 36,094 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2007 36,094 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 33,932 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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P246 OLY is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P246 OLY, 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.

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What year was P246 OLY registered?

P246 OLY is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P246 OLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P246 OLY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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