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R947 PFV

1998 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,692 mi
Last recorded31,692 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 PFV
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 31,692 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 31,243 miles

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

Rear damping slightly reduced

Pass 8 Jul 2017 30,531 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 30,531 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 29,388 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 29,388 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,168 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 26,826 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 26,432 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,145 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 25,434 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,054 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,786 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 23,259 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 19,318 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 15,272 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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R947 PFV is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R947 PFV, 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 R947 PFV registered?

R947 PFV is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R947 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R947 PFV shows 16 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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