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P915 HWA

1996 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,148 mi
Last recorded50,148 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP915 HWA
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 50,148 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 48,301 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 48,301 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2023 45,296 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 42,934 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 42,434 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 42,434 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 41,444 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 40,676 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 39,552 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2015 39,546 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 39,438 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 38,538 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,757 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 36,025 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 34,180 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Apr 2008 34,180 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2007 32,455 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 28,849 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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P915 HWA is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 26,614 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 P915 HWA, 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 30 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P915 HWA registered?

P915 HWA is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P915 HWA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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