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R251 BKJ

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Blue Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,403 mi
Last recorded51,403 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 BKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 51,403 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 46,160 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 46,160 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 43,826 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 41,510 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 38,387 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 36,142 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 33,414 miles

Front forks slightly corroded at top

Pass 28 Apr 2011 33,194 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 29,281 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 27,456 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 23,691 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 22,327 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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R251 BKJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Blue with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R251 BKJ, 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 R251 BKJ registered?

R251 BKJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R251 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 BKJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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