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P251 FDC

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,330 mi
Last recorded47,330 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 FDC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 47,330 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 47,274 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 47,231 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 47,018 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 45,880 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 45,532 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 43,907 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 43,878 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 43,725 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,259 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 42,169 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 42,005 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010
Fail 17 Apr 2010 41,720 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 41,261 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 39,141 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 35,590 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 34,700 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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P251 FDC is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P251 FDC, 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 P251 FDC registered?

P251 FDC is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P251 FDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P251 FDC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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