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R955 YVG

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,120 mi
Last recorded47,120 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR955 YVG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 47,120 miles

Nearside Rear Chain has split link fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2025 47,102 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Chain has split link fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2021 45,343 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 45,343 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 44,733 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 43,218 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 43,218 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 42,260 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 40,268 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 38,124 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 34,849 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 28,992 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 28,668 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 28,660 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,838 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 27,405 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 27,405 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2006 26,184 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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R955 YVG is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R955 YVG, 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 R955 YVG registered?

R955 YVG is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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