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R944 CJA

1998 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,915 mi
Last recorded36,915 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR944 CJA
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 36,915 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 36,915 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 36,915 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 May 2022 36,880 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 36,635 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 36,496 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 36,371 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 35,187 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 33,018 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,299 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 28,123 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 26,504 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 23,948 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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R944 CJA is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R944 CJA, 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

How do I check the history of R944 CJA?

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What year was R944 CJA registered?

R944 CJA is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R944 CJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R944 CJA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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