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R966 BOA

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Grey Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,539 mi
Last recorded54,539 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR966 BOA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 54,539 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 54,539 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 54,277 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 54,259 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2021 53,649 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 52,428 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 51,316 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2012 51,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Nearside Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 50,348 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 49,682 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 48,401 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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R966 BOA is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Grey with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R966 BOA, 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.

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What year was R966 BOA registered?

R966 BOA is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 14 April 1998.

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