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R353 SWL

1997 Honda ST1100A

Black Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

73,627 mi
Last recorded73,627 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda ST1100A48,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 SWL
MakeHonda
ModelST1100A
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 73,627 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 73,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 73,452 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 73,396 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 73,345 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 73,318 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 73,244 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 73,201 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 73,191 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 73,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 72,988 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 72,620 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 72,418 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 72,328 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 26 Apr 2014 72,292 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 18 May 2013 71,275 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 70,824 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 70,096 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 68,351 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 66,427 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 62,125 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 62,125 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 61,048 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Aug 2007 60,832 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 56,294 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST1100A?

Based on 2,984 MOT tests across 310 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,231
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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R353 SWL is a 1997 Honda ST1100A in Black with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Honda ST1100A models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 48,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda ST1100A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R353 SWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1100A typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda ST1100A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R353 SWL registered?

R353 SWL is a 1997 Honda ST1100A, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R353 SWL safe to buy?

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