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P959 MRH

1996 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,557 mi
Last recorded58,557 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP959 MRH
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 58,557 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 58,372 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 57,638 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 57,636 miles

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 54,801 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 52,660 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 52,611 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 51,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 49,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 47,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 44,234 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 41,181 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 38,932 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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P959 MRH is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P959 MRH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P959 MRH registered?

P959 MRH is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P959 MRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P959 MRH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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