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R342 VAW

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,556 mi
Last recorded41,556 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 VAW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 41,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 37,079 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 31,916 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 30,137 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 29,457 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 27,461 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 26,514 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 24,581 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 23,412 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 23,403 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 21,111 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 21,070 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 21,012 miles

Rear tyre getting low

Fail 28 Aug 2013 21,012 miles

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

Rear tyre getting low

Pass 16 Aug 2012 18,878 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,841 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 17,191 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,892 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 15,265 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 13,644 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 13,644 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 11,630 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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R342 VAW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R342 VAW, 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 R342 VAW registered?

R342 VAW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R342 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 VAW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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