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N797 MHG

1997 Honda Fireblade

Grey Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,258 mi
Last recorded53,258 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN797 MHG
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 53,258 miles

DAYTIME USE ONLY!!!

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 53,258 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 52,817 miles

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

This machine has no lights fitted, therefore can only be used during daylight hours.

Pass 31 Mar 2021 51,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at the time of the test

Pass 20 Jul 2020 51,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

This machine has no lights fitted at the time of the test, therefore can only be used during the hours of daylight

Pass 12 Oct 2018 50,860 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Jun 2016 50,101 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Jun 2013 49,679 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 48,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

non uk beam patten

Pass 18 May 2011 46,886 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 6 May 2010 44,258 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2010 44,250 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 43,287 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2009 43,287 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2008 41,868 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 39,806 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 38,635 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 38,635 miles

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2005 32,538 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 32,538 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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N797 MHG is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Grey with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N797 MHG, 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 N797 MHG registered?

N797 MHG is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 5 September 1997.

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