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P557 AFV

1997 Honda CBR1100

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

21,304 mi
Last recorded21,304 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR110040,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP557 AFV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 21,304 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 21,241 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 21,241 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 21,176 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 21,176 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear One position bulb inop

Pass 11 Mar 2021 20,948 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 20,557 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 19,727 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 18,632 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 18,627 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,910 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 16,326 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 15,937 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 15,937 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 15,890 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 15,449 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,449 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 15,069 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 14,467 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 11,586 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 9,560 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 9,560 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 8,160 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100?

Based on 2,675 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,030
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
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P557 AFV is a 1997 Honda CBR1100 in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,441 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 CBR1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P557 AFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P557 AFV registered?

P557 AFV is a 1997 Honda CBR1100, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P557 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P557 AFV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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