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S975 JLJ

1998 Honda CBR1100XX

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,194 mi
Last recorded25,194 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1100XX31,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS975 JLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 25,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 25,158 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2023 25,158 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 25,035 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2019 24,969 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 24,905 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 24,516 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 24,516 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Fail 4 Jul 2015 24,296 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 24,296 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 23,964 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 23,771 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,538 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 22,784 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 22,282 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 21,168 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 20,875 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 20,329 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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S975 JLJ 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 S975 JLJ, 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

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What year was S975 JLJ registered?

S975 JLJ is a 1998 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 11 August 1998.

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