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P511 VMJ

1997 Honda CBR1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

55,640 mi
Last recorded55,640 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR100038,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP511 VMJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 55,640 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 55,561 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 52,855 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Oil leak.

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 52,855 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Oil leak.

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 48,236 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak from engine.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Maximum limit. (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 48,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 47,591 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 47,351 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 47,351 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 45,830 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 43,248 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 43,153 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 43,078 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 42,153 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2013 42,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 42,046 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 41,961 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 41,622 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 41,521 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2009 40,798 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 40,798 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 40,359 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 40,133 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 40,132 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 38,815 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 36,364 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Feb 2006 36,364 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000?

Based on 3,934 MOT tests across 393 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
821
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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P511 VMJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 38,104 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 CBR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P511 VMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P511 VMJ registered?

P511 VMJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1000, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P511 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P511 VMJ shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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