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P809 RYU

1997 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,350 mi
Last recorded43,350 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP809 RYU
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Feb 2007 43,350 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 43,350 miles

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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P809 RYU is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P809 RYU, 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 P809 RYU?

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What year was P809 RYU registered?

P809 RYU is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P809 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P809 RYU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P809 RYU have outstanding finance?

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