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P978 JNB

1997 Honda ST1100

Red Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,926 mi
Last recorded38,926 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda ST110044,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP978 JNB
MakeHonda
ModelST1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 38,926 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 38,519 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2023 38,188 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 37,324 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 37,011 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 35,837 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 34,970 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 34,393 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 32,770 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 32,770 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 32,476 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 32,476 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,918 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 31,107 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 29,925 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 28,149 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 25,206 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 23,225 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 19,483 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Jun 2007 15,338 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 15,327 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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P978 JNB is a 1997 Honda ST1100 in Red with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P978 JNB, 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 P978 JNB registered?

P978 JNB is a 1997 Honda ST1100, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P978 JNB safe to buy?

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