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N494 YEW

1996 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,971 mi
Last recorded52,971 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN494 YEW
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2022 52,971 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 52,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 52,775 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 52,592 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 52,561 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 52,403 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 52,194 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 52,154 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 51,702 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 51,513 miles

rear tyre nearside side wall is scuffed

Pass 23 Jun 2012 51,370 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 51,108 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 50,863 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 50,847 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2008 50,209 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 50,169 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2007 48,539 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 47,910 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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N494 YEW 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 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 N494 YEW, 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 N494 YEW registered?

N494 YEW is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N494 YEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N494 YEW 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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