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AE53 XYX

2005 Honda Fireblade

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

24,312 mi
Last recorded24,312 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Fireblade16,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 XYX
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 24,312 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 24,306 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 22,268 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2025 22,268 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2024 20,650 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 19,080 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 16,706 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 16,706 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 16 Apr 2022 16,701 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2021 16,640 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 16,634 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 16,081 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 15,818 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 15,497 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 14,927 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 14,075 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 13,635 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 13,635 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2011 13,297 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 11,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake pads on legal limit

Pass 3 Apr 2009 9,443 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 9,443 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

replacement brake hoses fitted

How Reliable is the Honda Fireblade?

Based on 10,512 MOT tests across 945 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
634
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
945
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 75
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 72
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
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AE53 XYX is a 2005 Honda Fireblade in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2005 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 16,640 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 Fireblade fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 XYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fireblade typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Fireblade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 XYX registered?

AE53 XYX is a 2005 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is AE53 XYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 XYX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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