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P979 MKP

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,487 mi
Last recorded69,487 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 MKP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 69,487 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 68,439 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 68,042 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 67,157 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 67,157 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 May 2013 62,049 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 May 2013 62,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2012 56,031 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 49,317 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 49,317 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 May 2010 44,029 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 35,021 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 33,535 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 27,434 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 23,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2005 21,292 miles

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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P979 MKP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P979 MKP, 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 P979 MKP registered?

P979 MKP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 22 April 1997.

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