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R59 MSS

1998 Honda ST1100A

Green Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,938 mi
Last recorded66,938 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda ST1100A48,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 MSS
MakeHonda
ModelST1100A
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 66,938 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2024 63,811 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 63,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 61,983 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2018 59,918 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2018 59,918 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,585 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 55,452 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 53,832 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 53,832 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,846 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 47,498 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 42,985 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 40,467 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 38,502 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2005 38,157 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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R59 MSS is a 1998 Honda ST1100A in Green with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R59 MSS, 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.

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What year was R59 MSS registered?

R59 MSS is a 1998 Honda ST1100A, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R59 MSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R59 MSS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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