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R7 XXB

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Beige Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

56,154 mi
Last recorded56,154 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 XXB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 56,154 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 55,847 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 55,230 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 53,486 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 51,614 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 49,363 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 46,834 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 46,828 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 43,099 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 43,074 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2017 38,324 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 36,171 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 30,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 27,613 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 27,095 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 26,551 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 25,705 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 24,575 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 23,437 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 22,114 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 20,560 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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R7 XXB is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Beige with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R7 XXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R7 XXB registered?

R7 XXB is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R7 XXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 XXB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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