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R401 GYJ

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Grey Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,662 mi
Last recorded42,662 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 GYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 42,662 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 37,433 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 35,013 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 34,805 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 34,193 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 33,649 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 33,132 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 32,496 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 32,343 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 32,325 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 31,769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 31,492 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 31,492 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,852 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 29,006 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear brake requires more use

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 28,271 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 26,984 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 25,552 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 25,552 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 24,535 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 24,470 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

rear brake pads worn low

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 GYJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Grey with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R401 GYJ registered?

R401 GYJ is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R401 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 GYJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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