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R491 EDB

1998 Honda CB1100R

Black Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,060 mi
Last recorded45,060 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 EDB
MakeHonda
ModelCB1100R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 45,060 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 45,060 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2023 44,029 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 43,967 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2021 43,191 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 43,191 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fail 30 Oct 2020 43,176 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2019 40,189 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 40,170 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 36,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2011 35,867 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 35,303 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 33,507 miles

front brakes starting to stick

Fail 25 Sep 2006 33,370 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2005 31,787 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda CB1100R?

Based on 772 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
420
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 3
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R491 EDB is a 1998 Honda CB1100R in Black with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Honda CB1100R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R491 EDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1100R typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB1100R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R491 EDB registered?

R491 EDB is a 1998 Honda CB1100R, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R491 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 EDB shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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