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P517 DFJ

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Beige Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

50,614 mi
Last recorded50,614 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP517 DFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 50,614 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 49,422 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 49,422 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2023 48,339 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 47,950 miles

custom rear light unit fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2017 47,946 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

custom rear light unit fitted

Pass 23 May 2015 47,616 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 47,127 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

tail light custom unit 50%

Pass 3 May 2013 46,662 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 45,021 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 44,149 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 41,815 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 39,150 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 37,872 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 36,442 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 34,137 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 34,097 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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P517 DFJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Beige with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 P517 DFJ, 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 P517 DFJ registered?

P517 DFJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P517 DFJ safe to buy?

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