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R343 RSW

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,281 mi
Last recorded15,281 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR343 RSW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 15,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 15,272 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 15,137 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 15,026 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 15,001 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 14,885 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 14,877 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 14,863 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 14,855 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 14,621 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 14,458 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 14,458 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 14,452 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 14,284 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 14,284 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 14,136 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 13,826 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,850 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 12,026 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 11,715 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 10,168 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 10,081 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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R343 RSW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R343 RSW, 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 R343 RSW registered?

R343 RSW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R343 RSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R343 RSW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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