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GY11 SWX

2011 Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,696 mi
Last recorded20,696 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b11,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 SWX
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 Ra-b
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 20,696 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 19,504 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 19,503 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 18,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 18,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 18,264 miles

Rear Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 16,994 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 15,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front brake (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 15,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. lh grip (2.1.1c)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front brake (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 13,546 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 13,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 7,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 1,974 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b?

Based on 1,498 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
933
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 4
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GY11 SWX is a 2011 Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2011 Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 11,754 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 Cb 1000 Ra-b fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY11 SWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 15 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY11 SWX registered?

GY11 SWX is a 2011 Honda Cb 1000 Ra-b, first registered on 28 June 2011.

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