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R602 UFR

1998 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,412 mi
Last recorded13,412 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 UFR
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 13,412 miles

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 9,461 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2016 9,456 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 9,456 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 9,456 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Jul 2013 9,456 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2009 9,456 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2008 9,456 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 9,456 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2008 9,456 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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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R602 UFR is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R602 UFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R602 UFR registered?

R602 UFR is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R602 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R602 UFR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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