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R689 STS

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,504 mi
Last recorded54,504 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR689 STS
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 54,504 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 54,452 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 54,339 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 54,044 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 54,044 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 52,737 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 51,537 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 49,046 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 48,483 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 48,001 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 46,589 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 45,447 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 45,447 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 4,434 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 41,386 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 38,769 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,294 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 21,650 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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R689 STS is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1100XX models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 31,266 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 R689 STS, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR1100XX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R689 STS registered?

R689 STS is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R689 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R689 STS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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