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L202 PJL

1993 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

867 mi
Last recorded867 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda Fireblade29,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL202 PJL
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 867 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 807 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot brake pedal pivot attaches through footrest mounting point, which is slightly loose, but not insecure (1.1.1 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess offside of rim slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning only 1/2 of leds illuminate (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned steering slightly off central (2.4 (a))

engine bolt missing from left side upper

Fail 17 Aug 2024 807 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam no high beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working works on first operation, but fails before being cancelled (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured cracks in various spots (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot brake pedal pivot attaches through footrest mounting point, which is slightly loose, but not insecure (1.1.1 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess offside of rim slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning only 1/2 of leds illuminate (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned steering slightly off central (2.4 (a))

engine bolt missing from left side upper

horn button sticks on when pressed

Pass 24 Apr 2021 732 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 421 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively rear sprocket carrier bearing worn. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both fork slider bushes worn. (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Apr 2020 373 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively rear sprocket carrier bearing worn. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both fork slider bushes worn. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 May 2018

aftermarket lights and indicators

aftermarket silencer

Fail 18 May 2018

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

aftermarket lights and indicators

aftermarket silencer

Pass 14 Mar 2014 12 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

streetfighter trim aftermarket silencer,lights and brake controls

Fail 14 Mar 2014 12 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

streetfighter trim aftermarket silencer,lights and brake controls

Pass 10 Jun 2006

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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L202 PJL is a 1993 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1993 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 29,298 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 L202 PJL, 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 33 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L202 PJL registered?

L202 PJL is a 1993 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L202 PJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L202 PJL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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