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R493 KAV

1998 Honda ST1100A

Green Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,920 mi
Last recorded57,920 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda ST1100A48,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR493 KAV
MakeHonda
ModelST1100A
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 57,920 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 53,133 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 52,980 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 52,750 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 52,582 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2016 52,582 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 52,226 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 51,250 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 49,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,883 miles

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

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

one dipped beam light not working

Pass 27 Sep 2011 41,471 miles

abs light on

Pass 6 Oct 2010 35,975 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 35,975 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 35,338 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 34,690 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 33,810 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 33,795 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2006 29,320 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 29,320 miles

Nearside Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Honda ST1100A?

Based on 2,984 MOT tests across 310 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,231
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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R493 KAV is a 1998 Honda ST1100A in Green with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda ST1100A models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 48,402 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 ST1100A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R493 KAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1100A typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda ST1100A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R493 KAV registered?

R493 KAV is a 1998 Honda ST1100A, first registered on 12 March 1998.

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