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S212 RFL

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Blue Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,309 mi
Last recorded57,309 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS212 RFL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 57,309 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 55,805 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 54,806 miles

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 54,786 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 54,088 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 52,233 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 50,492 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 50,458 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,447 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 50,417 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 49,732 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 48,342 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 46,418 miles

slght pitting on fork stanchions

Pass 16 May 2011 4,527 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 45,136 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 May 2010 34,952 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 34,952 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 32,353 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 30,400 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 25,909 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 24,352 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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S212 RFL is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Blue with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S212 RFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S212 RFL registered?

S212 RFL is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 4 December 1998.

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