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P859 CAY

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Grey Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

35,575 mi
Last recorded35,575 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP859 CAY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 35,575 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 34,357 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 33,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 33,109 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 32,761 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 31,873 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 31,602 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 30,915 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 30,082 miles

clutch pivot bolt was missing retaining nut

Pass 24 Feb 2016 29,486 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 25,189 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 20,115 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight notch on headrace bearing.

Fail 14 Dec 2012 14,332 miles

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 14,332 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 13,980 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 12,349 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2010 12,342 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,417 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 8,869 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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P859 CAY is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Grey with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P859 CAY, 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 P859 CAY registered?

P859 CAY is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P859 CAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P859 CAY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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