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R38 FJW

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,698 mi
Last recorded46,698 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 FJW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 46,698 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 46,414 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 45,457 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 May 2023 43,927 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 42,067 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 39,028 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 37,361 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 37,360 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

sprocket carrier bearing has slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2018 34,597 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 26,629 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 18,710 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 18,448 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 18,344 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2009 18,044 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 15,415 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 14,828 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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R38 FJW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 R38 FJW, 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 R38 FJW registered?

R38 FJW is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 5 September 1997.

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