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R504 UCW

1998 Honda Fireblade

Orange Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,307 mi
Last recorded46,307 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 UCW
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,307 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 46,292 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2011 39,713 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 38,905 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 37,369 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 36,687 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 34,796 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 29,077 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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R504 UCW is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Orange with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R504 UCW, 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 R504 UCW registered?

R504 UCW is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R504 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R504 UCW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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