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P199 WFV

1997 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,599 mi
Last recorded42,599 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 WFV
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 42,599 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 41,321 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 May 2018 40,800 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 40,800 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 40,382 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 38,095 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 34,468 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 34,468 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 29,801 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 28,405 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 27,811 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 27,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 27,341 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 27,046 miles

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

Pass 6 Feb 2006 26,406 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (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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P199 WFV is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P199 WFV, 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 P199 WFV registered?

P199 WFV is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P199 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P199 WFV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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