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J16 SEM

1994 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,107 mi
Last recorded38,107 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda Fireblade30,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 SEM
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 38,107 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 36,785 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 36,499 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 36,499 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 36,335 miles

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 36,335 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 35,551 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

chain link poorly riveted

front indicators very small

Pass 1 Sep 2011 35,551 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

chain link poorly riveted

front indicators very small

Pass 17 Jul 2010 33,758 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front indicators very small

n/s footrest rubber missing

Fail 17 Jul 2010 33,758 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front indicators very small

n/s footrest rubber missing

Pass 12 Jun 2009 33,299 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 32,842 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 31,806 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 May 2006 31,297 miles

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

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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J16 SEM is a 1994 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 30,231 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 J16 SEM, 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 32 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J16 SEM registered?

J16 SEM is a 1994 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is J16 SEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 SEM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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