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R40 MGP

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,009 mi
Last recorded65,009 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 MGP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 65,009 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 62,775 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 57,909 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 54,563 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 50,185 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 48,015 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 47,558 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 47,416 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 47,268 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 47,268 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 46,767 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 46,420 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 46,420 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 46,268 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 43,374 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 43,147 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 43,147 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 42,895 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 42,342 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 41,981 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 41,810 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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R40 MGP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R40 MGP, 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 R40 MGP registered?

R40 MGP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R40 MGP safe to buy?

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