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P749 WFV

1997 Honda CBR1100

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,983 mi
Last recorded85,983 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR110040,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP749 WFV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2016 85,983 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2016 85,983 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2014 85,647 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 84,254 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 81,156 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 79,393 miles

SEPARATE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SYSTEMS FITTED . NOT LINKED

Pass 1 Aug 2009 77,238 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 77,047 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 71,093 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 62,396 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 62,396 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P749 WFV is a 1997 Honda CBR1100 in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P749 WFV, 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.

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What year was P749 WFV registered?

P749 WFV is a 1997 Honda CBR1100, first registered on 21 February 1997.

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