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R129 GRO

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,165 mi
Last recorded70,165 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 GRO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 70,165 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 70,124 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 70,124 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2021 69,763 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 68,655 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 65,945 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 65,179 miles

Rear brake disc slightly corroded (surface rust)

Pass 13 May 2017 64,221 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 62,982 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 61,662 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 59,976 miles

non standard exhausts fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2013 58,854 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 58,091 miles

front brake slightly binding

rear brake resevoir to master cylinder hose chafed and wearing thin

Pass 18 Apr 2011 56,170 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 50,936 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 44,038 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 37,813 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 32,608 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 25,969 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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R129 GRO is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1100XX models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 31,266 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 R129 GRO, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR1100XX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R129 GRO registered?

R129 GRO is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 2 May 1998.

Is R129 GRO safe to buy?

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