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S56 COU

1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,600 mi
Last recorded45,600 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx29,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 COU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 Xx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 45,600 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 39,458 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 31,693 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 31,693 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 23,807 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 23,792 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 23,755 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 23,344 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 23,344 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2015 22,738 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,559 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 22,211 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 21,799 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 21,422 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 20,707 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 19,577 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 18,812 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1100 Xx?

Based on 4,642 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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S56 COU is a 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 29,901 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 1100 Xx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S56 COU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1100 Xx typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 1100 Xx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S56 COU registered?

S56 COU is a 1998 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx, first registered on 18 September 1998.

Is S56 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 COU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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