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R491 RJB

1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

35,212 mi
Last recorded35,212 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx29,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 RJB
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 Xx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 35,212 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 35,211 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm below 1 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2024 35,085 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 35,075 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2021 35,075 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 35,067 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 34,604 miles

Directional indicators

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 34,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 32,838 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 32,275 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 31,986 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 31,646 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 30,745 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 30,124 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 30,119 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 28,862 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 28,747 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 28,302 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 26,082 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1100 Xx?

Based on 4,642 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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R491 RJB is a 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 29,901 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 1100 Xx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R491 RJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1100 Xx typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 1100 Xx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R491 RJB registered?

R491 RJB is a 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R491 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 RJB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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