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Honda Cbr1100rr MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 56 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.1%.

83.9%
Pass Rate
16.1%
Fail Rate
56
Total Tests
Motorcycle lighting and signalling
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Honda Cbr1100rr MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Cbr1100rr is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 56 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.9% and a failure rate of 16.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Honda Cbr1100rr earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cbr1100rr presents for MOT with approximately 29,127 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cbr1100rr is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 10.7% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle structure and attachments at 7.1%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 7.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (56 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lighting and signalling 10.7%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 7.1%
Motorcycle brakes 7.1%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling10.7%6
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments7.1%4
3Motorcycle Brakes7.1%4
4Motorcycle Steering3.6%2
5Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels3.6%2
6Motorcycle Tyres3.6%2
7Motorcycle Suspension3.6%2
8Motorcycle Driving Controls1.8%1
9Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust1.8%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 29,127 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling3.68% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments2.45% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes2.45% per 10K miMotorcycle steering1.23% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels1.23% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres1.23% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension1.23% per 10K miMotorcycle driving controls0.61% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust0.61% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lighting and signalling3.6810.7%6
Motorcycle structure and attachments2.457.1%4
Motorcycle brakes2.457.1%4
Motorcycle steering1.233.6%2
Motorcycle tyres and wheels1.233.6%2
Motorcycle tyres1.233.6%2
Motorcycle suspension1.233.6%2
Motorcycle driving controls0.611.8%1
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust0.611.8%1

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Mileage at MOT

29,127
Mean
23,467
Median
11,884
25th Percentile
39,391
75th Percentile

The average Honda Cbr1100rr has 29,127 miles when tested for MOT.

📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate

How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.

5.53%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
16.1%
Overall Fail Rate
29,127 avg miles
⚠️ Average — typical failure rate

The Honda Cbr1100rr has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.53% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Honda Cbr1100rr MOT Data

The Honda Cbr1100rr is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 56 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.9% and a failure rate of 16.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Honda Cbr1100rr owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle structure and attachments for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cbr1100rr is likely to perform.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 10.7% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 10.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr1100rr. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 7.1% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 7.1% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr1100rr. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle brakes — 7.1% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 7.1% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr1100rr. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cbr1100rr?

Based on 56 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cbr1100rr has an overall pass rate of 83.9% (16.1% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr1100rr?

The top 3 reasons a Honda Cbr1100rr fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.7%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (7.1%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (7.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Honda Cbr1100rr reliable?

With a 16.1% MOT failure rate, the Cbr1100rr is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cbr1100rr?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.7%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (7.1%); Motorcycle brakes (7.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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