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R255 BKJ

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Grey Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,879 mi
Last recorded58,879 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 BKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 58,879 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 55,888 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 53,876 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 52,283 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 50,273 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 48,866 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 47,649 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2017 47,649 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 45,403 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 44,649 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 41,652 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 40,234 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 37,764 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,075 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 32,531 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 29,773 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 29,773 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2008 27,718 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2008 27,718 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 24,406 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 19,602 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slightly binding front brake

Fail 20 Mar 2006 19,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slightly binding front brake

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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R255 BKJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Grey with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R255 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 R255 BKJ registered?

R255 BKJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R255 BKJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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