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R978 TLH

1997 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,164 mi
Last recorded26,164 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR1100XX33,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 TLH
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 26,164 miles

rear tyre deep cracks /splits very poor condition

Pass 18 Apr 2025 25,560 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 25,377 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 25,377 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,133 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 25,126 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 24,601 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 24,427 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 27,369 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 24,237 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,187 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

The left / Right hand indicators have a slight delay but still working.

Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,814 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 23,295 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 21,450 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 19,154 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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R978 TLH is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R978 TLH, 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 R978 TLH registered?

R978 TLH is a 1997 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R978 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R978 TLH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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