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VJZ 8861

1997 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,716 mi
Last recorded40,716 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx32,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJZ 8861
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 Xx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 40,716 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 40,119 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 39,651 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 39,624 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 38,529 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 37,952 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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VJZ 8861 is a 1997 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 32,872 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 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 VJZ 8861, 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 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 1100 Xx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJZ 8861 registered?

VJZ 8861 is a 1997 Honda Cbr 1100 Xx, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is VJZ 8861 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJZ 8861 shows 6 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 VJZ 8861 have outstanding finance?

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