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SW05 LVM

2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5

Silver Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,704 mi
Last recorded33,704 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-522,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 LVM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 X-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 33,704 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 33,521 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 29,381 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 26,580 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 22,860 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 22,817 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 18,213 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 17,354 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 16,738 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 15,100 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 14,411 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 12,817 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 11,703 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 10,546 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 9,042 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 8,489 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 8,489 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 7,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 5,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1100 X-5?

Based on 3,599 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,245
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
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SW05 LVM is a 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5 in Silver with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 22,968 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 Cbr 1100 X-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW05 LVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1100 X-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cbr 1100 X-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW05 LVM registered?

SW05 LVM is a 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is SW05 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 LVM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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