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N987 LUS

1996 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

1,761 mi
Last recorded1,761 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN987 LUS
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 1,761 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 1,761 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 1,761 miles

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Central Front VALVE PERISHED

Fail 25 May 2018 1,761 miles

Headlamp aim too low O/S AND N/S FRONT (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Central Front VALVE PERISHED

Pass 29 Mar 2017 1,306 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2017 1,282 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

daylight use only !!! no lights

Pass 17 May 2013 9,302 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 8,320 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 5,447 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010

front tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 17 Mar 2010

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 13 Mar 2009 606 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

number plate slghtly faded

slight movement in righthand switch

Pass 15 Mar 2008

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

lights masked

no mirrors fitted

rear number plate (background graphics)

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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N987 LUS is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N987 LUS, 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 N987 LUS registered?

N987 LUS is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 19 February 1996.

Is N987 LUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N987 LUS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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