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EJ05 RCV

2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

20,588 mi
Last recorded20,588 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-522,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 RCV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 X-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 20,588 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 19,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 19,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 19,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 18,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 17,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 17,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 17,630 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 17,630 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 16,070 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 16,027 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,830 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 15,608 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 15,173 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 14,420 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 13,438 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 11,666 miles

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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EJ05 RCV is a 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5 in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EJ05 RCV, 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 EJ05 RCV registered?

EJ05 RCV is a 2005 Honda Cbr 1100 X-5, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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