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N957 LBV

1996 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,630 mi
Last recorded48,630 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN957 LBV
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 48,630 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 48,500 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 46,933 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 37,956 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 37,945 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 36,063 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 35,977 miles

Centre Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 35,834 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

brakes slightly binding

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 26 Jul 2012 35,639 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 35,390 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 34,976 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 34,261 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 33,382 miles

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 32,782 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 30,556 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 27,719 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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N957 LBV is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 N957 LBV, 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 N957 LBV registered?

N957 LBV is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N957 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N957 LBV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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