MOT Status
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57,648 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front beam kick up was too far to right put tape on to realign to kick up to left
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100XX?
Based on 118,715 MOT tests across 8,692 vehicles.
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R488 AEX 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 78.9%.
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 R488 AEX, 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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How do I check the history of R488 AEX?
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What year was R488 AEX registered?
R488 AEX is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 6 August 1997.
Is R488 AEX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R488 AEX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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