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S399 LMO

1998 Honda Fireblade

Orange Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,181 mi
Last recorded40,181 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS399 LMO
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 40,181 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 39,848 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 39,707 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,038 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 38,478 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 36,713 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 33,626 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 28,636 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 28,338 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2007 27,930 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,930 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 27,262 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 26,173 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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S399 LMO is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Orange 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 S399 LMO, 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.

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What year was S399 LMO registered?

S399 LMO is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S399 LMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S399 LMO 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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