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N969 HBY

1996 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,744 mi
Last recorded29,744 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN969 HBY
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 29,744 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 28,466 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 27,942 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 27,934 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2020 27,850 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 27,737 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 27,710 miles

clutch cable touches clocks on full lock but still operates correctly

Pass 22 Jul 2015 27,423 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 26,939 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 26,924 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 May 2013 26,077 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,879 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,162 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 23,489 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 22,445 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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N969 HBY is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 N969 HBY, 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 N969 HBY registered?

N969 HBY is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 18 May 1996.

Is N969 HBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N969 HBY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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