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P320 OLC

1997 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,220 mi
Last recorded36,220 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP320 OLC
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 36,220 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 35,983 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 35,546 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 35,502 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 35,476 miles

Offside Lower fairing panel slightly loose

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 35,324 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2020 35,323 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2016 35,246 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 35,066 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 34,793 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 33,451 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 31,671 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 31,671 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 28,775 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 27,501 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 27,501 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 26,069 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 23,524 miles

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

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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P320 OLC is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P320 OLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P320 OLC?

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What year was P320 OLC registered?

P320 OLC is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P320 OLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P320 OLC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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