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S51 EGJ

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

60,337 mi
Last recorded60,337 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS51 EGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 60,337 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 60,029 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 59,839 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 59,540 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 59,536 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 58,941 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 58,169 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 57,023 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 55,182 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 53,861 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 52,204 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 50,598 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 49,305 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 46,644 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 45,025 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 43,120 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 40,256 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 35,838 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 May 2007 34,106 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 29,827 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 25,695 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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S51 EGJ is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S51 EGJ, 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 S51 EGJ registered?

S51 EGJ is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S51 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S51 EGJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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