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R240 VSE

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

47,158 mi
Last recorded47,158 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 VSE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 47,158 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 47,149 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 47,136 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 47,025 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 46,911 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 46,188 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 May 2019 45,936 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 45,328 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 44,713 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 42,030 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 41,177 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 39,057 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 36,060 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 35,601 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 35,601 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 35,484 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 35,080 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 34,907 miles

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

front fender insecure,not dangerous

Pass 15 May 2006 34,728 miles

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

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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R240 VSE 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 89.5%.

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 R240 VSE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R240 VSE registered?

R240 VSE is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R240 VSE safe to buy?

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