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R718 LUT

1998 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

54,909 mi
Last recorded54,909 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 LUT
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 54,909 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 54,909 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 54,291 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 51,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake fittings rusty

Fail 25 Oct 2010 51,256 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

front brake fittings rusty

Pass 23 Sep 2009 50,475 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 50,475 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 46,340 miles

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

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

handlebar grips worn

Pass 3 Apr 2007 39,822 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 39,822 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 20,008 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 19,972 miles

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

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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R718 LUT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R718 LUT, 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 R718 LUT registered?

R718 LUT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R718 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R718 LUT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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