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P273 UAT

1997 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,232 mi
Last recorded26,232 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP273 UAT
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 26,232 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,684 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 25,646 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 24,209 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,385 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 21,055 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 18,341 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 18,339 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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P273 UAT is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P273 UAT, 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 P273 UAT registered?

P273 UAT is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P273 UAT safe to buy?

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