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R471 VWR

1998 Honda Blackbird

Grey Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

13,294 mi
Last recorded13,294 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Blackbird28,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 VWR
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc
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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 13,294 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 11,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 8,725 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 8,716 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 7,889 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 5,674 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 3,718 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 2,557 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 2,552 miles

Rear tyre has been repaired

Pass 23 Aug 2016 2,538 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 2,484 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 2,484 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 2,453 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 2,453 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 2,430 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 2,414 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 2,380 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 2,380 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 2,364 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 2,377 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 2,276 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 2,253 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2006 2,234 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 2,155 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 2,155 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Blackbird?

Based on 2,495 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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R471 VWR is a 1998 Honda Blackbird in Grey with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1998 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 28,851 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 Blackbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R471 VWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Blackbird typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R471 VWR registered?

R471 VWR is a 1998 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R471 VWR safe to buy?

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