1999 Honda St1100 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for St1100 models manufactured in 1999, based on 6,770 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1999 Honda St1100 vintage page → (89.4% current pass rate)1999 Honda St1100 MOT Analysis
The 1999 Honda St1100 has an MOT pass rate of 84.1% based on 6,770 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 48,613 miles on the odometer. With a 15.9% failure rate, the 1999 St1100 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1999 Honda St1100 is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 1.0% of failures. 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 range from £150–400. Motorcycle tyres is the second most common issue at 0.4%. Motorcycle structure and attachments follows at 0.3%.
Top failures specific to 1999 models only. The overall St1100 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.0% | 67 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.4% | 25 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.3% | 20 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.2% | 13 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.2% | 12 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 48,613 miFor 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.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.20 | 1.0% | 67 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.08 | 0.4% | 25 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.06 | 0.3% | 20 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.04 | 0.2% | 13 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.04 | 0.2% | 12 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.01 | 0.0% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1999 Honda St1100 has an MOT pass rate of 84.1% based on 6,770 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 48,613 miles on the odometer. With a 15.9% failure rate, the 1999 St1100 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1999 Honda St1100, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: 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). With relatively low average mileage of 48,613 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle brakes — 1.0% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1999 Honda St1100 models. 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).
Motorcycle tyres — 0.4% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1999 Honda St1100 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 0.3% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1999 Honda St1100 models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.