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R71 NCN

1998 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,909 mi
Last recorded34,909 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 NCN
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 34,909 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 34,875 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 34,809 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 34,807 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 34,668 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 34,668 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 May 2019 34,606 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 31 May 2019 34,606 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 34,264 miles

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

Upper Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2016 32,453 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,745 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn brake mounts both discs (3.2.A1l)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both n/s and o/s (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 27,875 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 27,631 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2011 26,392 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 24,581 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 20,394 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 9,819 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,988 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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R71 NCN is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R71 NCN, 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 R71 NCN registered?

R71 NCN is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R71 NCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 NCN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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