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R208 YBK

1998 Honda Fireblade

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,100 mi
Last recorded18,100 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 YBK
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 18,100 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 17,623 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 17,234 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 16,925 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 16,709 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 15,727 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 15,318 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 15,245 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 15,075 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 14,537 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 13,889 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 12,901 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 12,448 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 12,448 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 11,730 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 10,306 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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R208 YBK is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R208 YBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R208 YBK?

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What year was R208 YBK registered?

R208 YBK is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R208 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 YBK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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