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S489 KPO

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,303 mi
Last recorded35,303 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS489 KPO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 35,303 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 35,117 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 35,019 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 34,944 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 34,674 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 33,482 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 31,370 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 29,875 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 28,744 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 27,827 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 26,934 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 25,671 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 24,222 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 22,385 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 18,649 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2010 18,649 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 17,252 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 16,883 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 15,590 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2006 13,006 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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S489 KPO is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 S489 KPO, 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 S489 KPO registered?

S489 KPO is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 19 September 1998.

Is S489 KPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S489 KPO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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