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P270 MSX

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

77,506 mi
Last recorded77,506 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP270 MSX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 77,506 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 75,950 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 74,360 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 73,004 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 70,635 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 69,500 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 68,594 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2020 68,594 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 66,598 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 64,591 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 61,567 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,540 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 58,376 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 55,948 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 55,948 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 53,664 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 51,445 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 48,835 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 45,498 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 41,791 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 39,356 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 37,637 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 35,306 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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P270 MSX is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P270 MSX, 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 P270 MSX registered?

P270 MSX is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 21 January 1997.

Is P270 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P270 MSX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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