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P157 PBP

1997 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,673 mi
Last recorded15,673 miles
Recorded on2 May 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 PBP
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2007 15,673 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 15,673 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2005 14,127 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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P157 PBP is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P157 PBP, 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 P157 PBP registered?

P157 PBP is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P157 PBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 PBP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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