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R789 ETW

1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,599 mi
Last recorded48,599 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx29,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR789 ETW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 Xx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 48,599 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2023 48,591 miles

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

Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Dog link bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 47,513 miles

Central Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded from cylinder to front brake (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside fairing cracked & split

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2016 47,151 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough rough when rotated (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2015 40,741 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 39,638 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,069 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 30,600 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 55,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake binding slightly

Fail 5 Sep 2008 55,240 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 31 May 2007 54,148 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 May 2007 5,448 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 46,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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
Full Honda Cbr 1100 Xx reliability report

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R789 ETW is a 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R789 ETW, 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 R789 ETW registered?

R789 ETW is a 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx, first registered on 27 January 1998.

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