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P849 XLJ

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,622 mi
Last recorded60,622 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP849 XLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 60,622 miles

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

front fairing damaged but secure

Pass 15 Jun 2011 46,639 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 40,209 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 39,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2008 39,665 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 38,559 miles

front tyre has an uneven wear pattern

Pass 18 Aug 2006 37,783 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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P849 XLJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P849 XLJ, 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 P849 XLJ registered?

P849 XLJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 21 February 1997.

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