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P48 GPA

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,974 mi
Last recorded20,974 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 GPA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 20,974 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 17,657 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 17,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 17,285 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 17,285 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2006 16,908 miles

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

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

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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P48 GPA is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P48 GPA, 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 P48 GPA registered?

P48 GPA is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P48 GPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P48 GPA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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