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P482 PKJ

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,898 mi
Last recorded17,898 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP482 PKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 17,898 miles

Drive chain fitted with split link

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 17,428 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 16,402 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 15,646 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 14,353 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 14,332 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 14,287 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 13,766 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 13,240 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,789 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 12,789 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 12,487 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 12,357 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 12,334 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,221 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 10,697 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 9,895 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 8,864 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 7,776 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 6,573 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain has tight and slack spots and front sprocket sounds like it is worn

Pass 5 Oct 2005 4,905 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 4,897 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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P482 PKJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P482 PKJ, 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 P482 PKJ registered?

P482 PKJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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