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M485 SGW

1999 Honda Fireblade

White Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,671 mi
Last recorded17,671 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda Fireblade22,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM485 SGW
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 17,671 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 17,671 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 15,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 15,055 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 14,861 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 11,060 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 10,972 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 9,837 miles

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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M485 SGW is a 1999 Honda Fireblade in White with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 22,205 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 M485 SGW, 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 27 years old, this Honda Fireblade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M485 SGW registered?

M485 SGW is a 1999 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 2 July 1999.

Is M485 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M485 SGW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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