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R153 SKW

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,002 mi
Last recorded58,002 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 SKW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 58,002 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 57,946 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 47,822 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively floating rivets stiff (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2016 46,945 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 46,031 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 44,780 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 44,780 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2013 42,458 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 40,990 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 39,104 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 37,923 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 34,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 31,486 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 28,215 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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R153 SKW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R153 SKW, 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 R153 SKW registered?

R153 SKW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 23 August 1997.

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