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R254 USP

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,105 mi
Last recorded29,105 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 USP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 29,105 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 27,837 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2024 27,532 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 26,493 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 26,493 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 26,489 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 26,311 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 25,489 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 24,954 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 23,580 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 21,777 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 19,965 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 19,778 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 19,421 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 19,109 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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R254 USP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R254 USP, 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 R254 USP registered?

R254 USP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R254 USP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R254 USP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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