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P917 RAR

1997 Honda ST1100

Black Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

587 mi
Last recorded587 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda ST110044,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP917 RAR
MakeHonda
ModelST1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 587 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 81,115 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 79,654 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 79,639 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 79,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 79,132 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 77,872 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 77,685 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 77,654 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 77,248 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 76,566 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 76,052 miles

frame rusty

petrol tank rusty

swing arm rusty

Pass 14 Jul 2014 75,540 miles

frame rusty

petrol tank rusty

swing arm rusty

Pass 15 Jul 2013 74,727 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 71,210 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 68,148 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 64,670 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 62,278 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 59,140 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 54,187 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 51,486 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST1100?

Based on 76,349 MOT tests across 6,068 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
1,276
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,226
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,095
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 868
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 558
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 499
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P917 RAR is a 1997 Honda ST1100 in Black with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda ST1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 44,921 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda ST1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P917 RAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda ST1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P917 RAR registered?

P917 RAR is a 1997 Honda ST1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P917 RAR safe to buy?

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