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R972 GGO

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,013 mi
Last recorded23,013 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR972 GGO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 23,013 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 22,814 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 21,196 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 20,410 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 20,410 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 20,386 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 20,357 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 20,357 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 19,283 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 19,165 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 19,165 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 19,076 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 18,662 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 16,367 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 13,297 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 9,794 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 9,745 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 9,653 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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R972 GGO 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 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 R972 GGO, 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 R972 GGO registered?

R972 GGO is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 31 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R972 GGO 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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