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R120 CUG

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

28,956 mi
Last recorded28,956 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 CUG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 28,956 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 27,428 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 27,043 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 27,036 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 25,643 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 24,974 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 24,600 miles

Central Front tyre uneven wear

Pass 18 Jun 2016 9,383 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 22,191 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 17,696 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,425 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 16,919 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 16,265 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 15,385 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,830 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,091 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R120 CUG 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 93.8%.

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 R120 CUG, 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 R120 CUG registered?

R120 CUG is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R120 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 CUG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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