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R9 NUT

1997 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

42,532 mi
Last recorded42,532 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 NUT
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 42,532 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 42,259 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 41,746 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 40,887 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 40,238 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 39,608 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 39,608 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 38,865 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 38,537 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 38,123 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 37,574 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 36,171 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 34,943 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 34,186 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 32,922 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 32,034 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 31,155 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 29,426 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 26,680 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 25,247 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Blackbird?

Based on 2,495 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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R9 NUT is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 32,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Blackbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R9 NUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Blackbird typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R9 NUT registered?

R9 NUT is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R9 NUT safe to buy?

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