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P798 XGK

1997 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,344 mi
Last recorded47,344 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP798 XGK
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 47,344 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fairing insecure

Fail 2 Jul 2025 47,344 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure sub frame (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fairing insecure

Fail 20 May 2025 47,220 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has bolts/rivets missing or loose to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected fitted wrong (5.2.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fairing insecure

Pass 16 May 2024 42,257 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 42,241 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 42,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2021 40,765 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 40,387 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 37,656 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 36,998 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 36,482 miles

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

both rear indicators fitted upside down

Pass 23 Jun 2012 34,604 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 29,842 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 27,939 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2010 27,316 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2009 25,492 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2008 24,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2007 22,848 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 21,354 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Blackbird?

Based on 2,495 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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P798 XGK is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 32,976 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 Blackbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P798 XGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Blackbird typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P798 XGK registered?

P798 XGK is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P798 XGK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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