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R159 KMA

1998 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,971 mi
Last recorded26,971 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 KMA
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 26,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 11 May 2020 26,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 26,915 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 26,915 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 26,651 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 26,477 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 26,207 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 25,910 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 24,093 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 29 Jun 2010 24,093 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 12 May 2009 21,776 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 21,742 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Chain guard missing

Pass 30 May 2008 20,683 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 18,891 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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R159 KMA is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R159 KMA, 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 R159 KMA registered?

R159 KMA is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R159 KMA safe to buy?

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