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R953 SET

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,534 mi
Last recorded47,534 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 SET
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 47,534 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 46,803 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 46,803 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 46,346 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 45,802 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 45,771 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 44,969 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,331 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 43,964 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 43,333 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 43,333 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 43,022 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 42,545 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 42,157 miles

advise rear wheel drive chain getting slack and needs adjustment,

Pass 1 Apr 2009 41,122 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 40,015 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 38,820 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 36,694 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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R953 SET is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 R953 SET, 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.

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What year was R953 SET registered?

R953 SET is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R953 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for R953 SET shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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