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R991 WUK

1998 Honda Fireblade

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,717 mi
Last recorded21,717 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR991 WUK
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 21,717 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 21,280 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 21,259 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 20,815 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 20,429 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 19,730 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 19,562 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 19,109 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 18,435 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,213 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 17,180 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 16,994 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 15,069 miles

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

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

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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R991 WUK is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Yellow with a 918cc 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 R991 WUK, 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 R991 WUK registered?

R991 WUK is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R991 WUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R991 WUK 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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