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P346 RTU

1997 Honda Fireblade

White Petrol 893cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,558 mi
Last recorded20,558 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP346 RTU
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine893cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 20,558 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2018 20,558 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2016 62,074 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 62,070 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 61,009 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 59,700 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 5,929 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 59,064 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 58,616 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 57,244 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 55,952 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 54,305 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 51,783 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 51,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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P346 RTU is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in White with a 893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P346 RTU, 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 P346 RTU registered?

P346 RTU is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P346 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P346 RTU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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