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S598 KLJ

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,536 mi
Last recorded42,536 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS598 KLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 42,536 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 41,808 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 41,280 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 41,280 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 39,476 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 38,508 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 37,401 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 36,529 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 36,336 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 36,118 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2012 33,245 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 32,798 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 31,598 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 29,473 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 27,728 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 25,833 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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S598 KLJ is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S598 KLJ, 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 S598 KLJ registered?

S598 KLJ is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 28 September 1998.

Is S598 KLJ safe to buy?

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