MOT Status
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99,104 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings have slight notch at central position (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Lower Gear selector pivot worn
Nearside Rear Lower Cush drive worn
Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Lower Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive Caliper sliding pins worn (1.1.16 (e) (i))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Light source does not illuminate registration plate correctly (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Nearside Front Upper Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front brake lamp switch not operating correctly (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings have slight notch at central position (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Lower Gear selector pivot worn
Nearside Rear Lower Cush drive worn
Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Lower Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive Caliper sliding pins worn (1.1.16 (e) (i))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Light source does not illuminate registration plate correctly (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Handle bar grips in poor condition
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Handle bar grips in poor condition
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda Fireblade?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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R283 FGC is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.
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 R283 FGC, 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 R283 FGC registered?
R283 FGC is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 20 January 1998.
Is R283 FGC safe to buy?
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