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R42 XEV

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,596 mi
Last recorded49,596 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 XEV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 49,596 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 49,585 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 49,459 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,066 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 48,279 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front and rear tyre pressure low.

Pass 1 Feb 2019 45,572 miles

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

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

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

tight spots in drive chain

Pass 1 Feb 2018 40,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 37,254 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 37,073 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 35,358 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 33,767 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 30,218 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 27,138 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 27,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,182 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 13,997 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 13,594 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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R42 XEV is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R42 XEV, 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 R42 XEV registered?

R42 XEV is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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