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N406 WOC

1996 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,955 mi
Last recorded45,955 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN406 WOC
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 45,955 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2025 45,947 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (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))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 45,521 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 45,521 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 45,113 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 45,084 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 44,986 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 44,986 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 44,249 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 42,275 miles

number plate has slight shading

Pass 20 Feb 2014 42,165 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 41,969 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 41,711 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 41,390 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 4,118 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 4,118 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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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N406 WOC is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 26,614 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 N406 WOC, 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 30 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N406 WOC registered?

N406 WOC is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N406 WOC safe to buy?

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