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P59 CPB

1997 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,154 mi
Last recorded40,154 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 CPB
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 40,154 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 39,071 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 38,387 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 36,954 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 35,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 32,644 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 30,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,223 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 26,287 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 26,254 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 25,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2009 25,396 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 19,410 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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P59 CPB is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P59 CPB, 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

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What year was P59 CPB registered?

P59 CPB is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P59 CPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 CPB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P59 CPB have outstanding finance?

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