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SW05 XNN

2005 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,905 mi
Last recorded29,905 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Fireblade16,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 XNN
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 29,905 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 29,360 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 29,357 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 28,670 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2023 28,666 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 27,270 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 26,320 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 25,411 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 25,406 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 24,491 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 24,491 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,640 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 22,618 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 22,545 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 19,608 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,516 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 18,515 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 18,163 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 18,162 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 17,951 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 17,948 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 15,104 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 11,185 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 11,134 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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SW05 XNN is a 2005 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 16,640 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 SW05 XNN, 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 21 years old, this Honda Fireblade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW05 XNN registered?

SW05 XNN is a 2005 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is SW05 XNN safe to buy?

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