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R629 DRP

1997 Honda CBR1100

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,337 mi
Last recorded61,337 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR110040,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 DRP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 61,337 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 61,177 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 61,133 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 61,086 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 60,977 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 60,600 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 60,401 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 60,285 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play Steering head bearings very slightly tight, and a little notchy. (2.2.2)

Fail 16 May 2018 60,285 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play Steering head bearings very slightly tight, and a little notchy. (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2017
Fail 15 May 2017 59,752 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 53,080 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 48,259 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 47,588 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 47,588 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,795 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 40,795 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 40,348 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 35,754 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 34,600 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 34,600 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 16 Aug 2008 34,578 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 33,562 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 31,865 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100?

Based on 2,675 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,030
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
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R629 DRP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100 in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,441 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 CBR1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R629 DRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R629 DRP?

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What year was R629 DRP registered?

R629 DRP is a 1997 Honda CBR1100, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R629 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R629 DRP shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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