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R347 SWL

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Blue Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

41,969 mi
Last recorded41,969 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 SWL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 41,969 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 40,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 43,710 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 43,137 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 42,058 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 40,425 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 40,425 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 39,321 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 37,805 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 37,805 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 37,422 miles

Central Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 36,012 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 35,397 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 32,077 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,240 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 29,165 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 29,165 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 28,073 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 26,178 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 25,249 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 24,135 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 23,163 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 22,074 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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R347 SWL is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Blue with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R347 SWL, 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 R347 SWL registered?

R347 SWL is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R347 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 SWL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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