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N401 MTC

1996 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

60,392 mi
Last recorded60,392 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN401 MTC
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 60,392 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 60,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 60,279 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 18 May 2022 60,279 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Adjusted (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 60,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slight perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 60,163 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 60,060 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 59,924 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 59,620 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 53,924 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 48,791 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 45,505 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 41,930 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 36,165 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 30,225 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 24,296 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 18,445 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 16,585 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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N401 MTC is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1996 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 26,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N401 MTC, 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 30 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N401 MTC registered?

N401 MTC is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N401 MTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N401 MTC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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