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P51 PDM

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,777 mi
Last recorded26,777 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP51 PDM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 26,777 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

cooling fan mounting bracket corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2024 26,384 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2022 26,123 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 26,071 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 25,290 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 25,284 miles

Front fork dust seals slightly deterioted

Pass 22 Jun 2017 25,129 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 25,129 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,968 miles

fork dust seals slightly deterioated

Fail 16 Jun 2015 23,968 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

fork dust seals slightly deterioated

Fail 19 Aug 2014 23,959 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 23,959 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 23,282 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 22,083 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 20,571 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,571 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 18,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 16,823 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,572 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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P51 PDM is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 P51 PDM, 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 P51 PDM registered?

P51 PDM is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P51 PDM safe to buy?

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