Honda Cbr 1100 Xx
MotorcycleFrom 265 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 8 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 4 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| brake control not releasing correctly so that the functionality of brakes affected | 2 |
| a stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.1% of Cbr 1100 Xx failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £49.
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr 1100 Xxs tested had between 26,733 and 49,367 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 35,192 median miles, the Cbr 1100 Xx has 0.036 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cbr 1100 Xx MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr 1100 Xx has a 87.5% MOT pass rate based on 265 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr 1100 Xx?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr 1100 Xx is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr 1100 Xx at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr 1100 Xx is 35,192 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 26,733 and 49,367 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.