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R147 DHW

1997 Honda ST1100A

Green Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,105 mi
Last recorded55,105 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda ST1100A48,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 DHW
MakeHonda
ModelST1100A
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 55,105 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 45,914 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 45,841 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect LED BULBS FITTED (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 37,904 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished. (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 35,171 miles

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 27,551 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 23,284 miles

Front unable to see fork seals due to fork guards

Pass 15 May 2020 20,006 miles

Front unable to see fork seals due to guards.

Pass 24 May 2019 16,274 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 15,218 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 15,197 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 15,036 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 14,716 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 14,687 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 14,454 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 14,451 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2008 14,361 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 13,486 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 12,729 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Honda ST1100A?

Based on 2,984 MOT tests across 310 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,231
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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R147 DHW is a 1997 Honda ST1100A in Green with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda ST1100A models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 48,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda ST1100A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R147 DHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1100A typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda ST1100A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R147 DHW registered?

R147 DHW is a 1997 Honda ST1100A, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R147 DHW safe to buy?

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