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R401 ERL

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

54,579 mi
Last recorded54,579 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 ERL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 54,579 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system blowing a little bit (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 52,588 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 51,852 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 49,565 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 49,401 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 49,399 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 48,834 miles

Nearside Front disc on back to front

Pass 24 Aug 2015 48,071 miles

Both rear indicators faded

Pass 12 Aug 2014 47,697 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front wheel has slight bent to rim

Fail 4 Aug 2014 47,697 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front wheel has slight bent to rim

Pass 17 Jul 2013 47,206 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 43,800 miles

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

front wheel has slight buckle

Pass 30 Jul 2011 41,900 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 41,212 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 41,194 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 40,570 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 36,396 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 32,768 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 29,517 miles

rear tyre tread started to go out of shape

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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R401 ERL is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R401 ERL, 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 R401 ERL registered?

R401 ERL is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R401 ERL safe to buy?

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