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P440 FNA

1996 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,802 mi
Last recorded47,802 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 FNA
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 47,802 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 45,335 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 39,081 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 39,081 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 39,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 11 May 2019 35,965 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements TO SMALL (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 35,580 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 35,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 35,149 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 34,412 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 32,957 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 32,957 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 30,494 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 27,424 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 26,589 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 23,176 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 22,162 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 22,062 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P440 FNA 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 77.8%.

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 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 P440 FNA, 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 P440 FNA registered?

P440 FNA is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 31 August 1996.

Is P440 FNA safe to buy?

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