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R950 VAU

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,950 mi
Last recorded26,950 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR950 VAU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 26,950 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 26,314 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 25,728 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 25,066 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 24,409 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 23,830 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 23,363 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 22,815 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 22,066 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 19,770 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 19,592 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 19,505 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,221 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 19,129 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 19,096 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 18,955 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 18,729 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 18,574 miles

wear to front tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2005 18,273 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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R950 VAU is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR1100XX models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 33,202 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 R950 VAU, 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 29 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 R950 VAU registered?

R950 VAU is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R950 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R950 VAU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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