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S38 KST

1998 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,902 mi
Last recorded40,902 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS38 KST
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 40,902 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

front brake fluid reservoir close to minimum level

rear brake fluid reservoir close to minimum level

Pass 16 Jun 2018 40,502 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

headlamp masks fitted

rear brake fluid level on minimum

Pass 28 Jul 2016 48,082 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 48,044 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 47,660 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 47,116 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 46,609 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 44,739 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2011 42,166 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 37,040 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 36,944 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2010 36,688 miles

Rear Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 18,743 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 13,653 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 11,206 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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S38 KST is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S38 KST, 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 S38 KST registered?

S38 KST is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S38 KST safe to buy?

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