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J443 NJT

1997 Honda Fireblade

White Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,278 mi
Last recorded70,278 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ443 NJT
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 70,278 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 70,278 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 70,221 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 70,122 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2021 70,102 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2020 69,838 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 69,486 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 69,486 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 66,720 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 66,720 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 64,566 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 62,642 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 62,462 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 62,343 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 61,597 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 60,910 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 59,241 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 58,745 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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J443 NJT is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in White with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 27,770 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 J443 NJT, 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 29 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J443 NJT registered?

J443 NJT is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is J443 NJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J443 NJT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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