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R283 FGC

1998 Honda Fireblade

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

99,104 mi
Last recorded99,104 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 FGC
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 99,104 miles

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))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 99,104 miles

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))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 98,789 miles

Handle bar grips in poor condition

Fail 14 Aug 2024 98,789 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2023 96,596 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 95,389 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 93,341 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 91,580 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 91,012 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 May 2017 81,076 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 71,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 71,493 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 65,279 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 58,622 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 58,622 miles

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)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 49,399 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 49,170 miles

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)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 43,670 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,670 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 42,667 miles

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)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 41,353 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 41,353 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 41,353 miles

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))

Pass 25 Mar 2009 41,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 38,763 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 37,071 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 35,697 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 35,667 miles

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

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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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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R283 FGC is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 20 January 1998.

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