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R139 ABA

1997 Honda CBR1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,335 mi
Last recorded22,335 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR110040,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR139 ABA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 22,335 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 22,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 21,316 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 21,214 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 20,846 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 20,656 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 20,289 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 20,177 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 19,970 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 19,863 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 19,850 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,803 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 19,632 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,962 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 18,348 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 18,348 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 17,182 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,497 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 16,179 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 16,167 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 16,144 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100?

Based on 2,675 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,030
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
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R139 ABA is a 1997 Honda CBR1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R139 ABA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R139 ABA registered?

R139 ABA is a 1997 Honda CBR1100, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R139 ABA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R139 ABA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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