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R588 HCA

1998 Honda ST1100A

Red Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,768 mi
Last recorded70,768 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda ST1100A48,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 HCA
MakeHonda
ModelST1100A
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 70,768 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2025 67,850 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 66,860 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 62,418 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.0 mm !! (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 57,340 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 56,282 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 51,735 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 49,457 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 45,683 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 43,004 miles

rear tyre worn low

Pass 5 Jul 2014 39,544 miles

left hand front pads worn low

Pass 15 Jun 2013 34,931 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 34,926 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 33,733 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 32,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 30,058 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 30,058 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2009 23,858 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 23,710 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 22,859 miles

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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R588 HCA is a 1998 Honda ST1100A in Red with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R588 HCA, 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 R588 HCA registered?

R588 HCA is a 1998 Honda ST1100A, first registered on 18 April 1998.

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