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R348 FOT

1998 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,314 mi
Last recorded13,314 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR348 FOT
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 13,314 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 12,645 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 12,645 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 12,518 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 10,337 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 9,767 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 9,175 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 9,104 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 8,988 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 8,438 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 7,851 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,663 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

both tyres were under inflated

Fail 24 Jul 2006 6,663 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

both tyres were under inflated

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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R348 FOT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R348 FOT, 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 R348 FOT registered?

R348 FOT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R348 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R348 FOT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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