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R146 DNT

1998 Honda Fireblade

Blue Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,853 mi
Last recorded67,853 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR146 DNT
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 67,853 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 66,825 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 65,565 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 64,129 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 62,433 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 60,505 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 60,501 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 58,510 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 56,043 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 54,330 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 51,449 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 48,146 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 45,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 41,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2011 41,706 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 38,420 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 35,947 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 33,423 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 30,248 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 27,001 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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R146 DNT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Blue with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,884 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 R146 DNT, 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 28 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R146 DNT registered?

R146 DNT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R146 DNT safe to buy?

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