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R231 NFR

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

64,917 mi
Last recorded64,917 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 NFR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 64,917 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 59,403 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 57,834 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 56,486 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 55,858 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 54,185 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 53,772 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 52,110 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 49,705 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 48,334 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 45,763 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

rear lamp 50% illuminated

Pass 19 May 2014 45,763 miles

rear lamp 50% illuminated

Pass 8 May 2013 42,579 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 40,892 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 37,860 miles

slight damage to o/s top fairing

Pass 16 Apr 2010 33,498 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2009 28,143 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 23,450 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 18,079 miles

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

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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R231 NFR is a 1997 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 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 R231 NFR, 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 R231 NFR registered?

R231 NFR is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R231 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R231 NFR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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