CarVerify

Free Car Check

S521 ONK

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,681 mi
Last recorded17,681 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS521 ONK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 17,681 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 17,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 17,654 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 17,651 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 17,595 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 17,552 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 17,230 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 16,975 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 16,406 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 15,801 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 15,801 miles

Offside Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 15,699 miles

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

rear hugger slightly cracked

Fail 6 Jul 2015 15,683 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

rear hugger slightly cracked

Pass 9 Jun 2014 15,561 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 15,395 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 15,378 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2012 14,329 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 12,783 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
Full Honda CBR1100XX reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S521 ONK is a 1998 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 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 S521 ONK, 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

How do I check the history of S521 ONK?

You can check the full history of S521 ONK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S521 ONK registered?

S521 ONK is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is S521 ONK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S521 ONK 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.

Does S521 ONK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S521 ONK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.