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R290 UWB

1998 Honda ST1100

Green Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,519 mi
Last recorded31,519 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda ST110045,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 UWB
MakeHonda
ModelST1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 31,519 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 29,195 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 25,754 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 25,159 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 24,424 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 24,424 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front brake not working stop light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 23,597 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 23,597 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 23,089 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 23,089 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 21,904 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 20,699 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 20,517 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 20,517 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2015 18,493 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,173 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 15,119 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 15,119 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 15,067 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 14,814 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,745 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,634 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 13,065 miles

Nearside riders footrest rubber worn

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2006 12,965 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 12,379 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST1100?

Based on 76,349 MOT tests across 6,068 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
1,276
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,226
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,095
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 868
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 558
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 499
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R290 UWB is a 1998 Honda ST1100 in Green with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda ST1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 45,934 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 ST1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R290 UWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda ST1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R290 UWB registered?

R290 UWB is a 1998 Honda ST1100, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R290 UWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 UWB shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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