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N423 EKP

1996 Honda Fireblade

Grey Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,590 mi
Last recorded49,590 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN423 EKP
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 49,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2025 49,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 49,569 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 49,164 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 49,160 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 49,090 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 45,029 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,519 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jun 2018 39,514 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2013 39,496 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 39,475 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 38,962 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 58,544 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 38,499 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 38,467 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 38,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 38,426 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 3,838 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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N423 EKP is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Grey with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 N423 EKP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N423 EKP registered?

N423 EKP is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 20 March 1996.

Is N423 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N423 EKP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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