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P943 BPB

1996 Honda Fireblade

Grey Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,985 mi
Last recorded58,985 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP943 BPB
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 58,985 miles

Front Front mudguard slightly loose but not likely to effect steering or suspension

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

No lights fitted at time of test so only to be used in daylight hours and not at times of reduced visibility

Pass 15 Sep 2018 57,226 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 57,226 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 55,489 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 52,415 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 52,415 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 47,696 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 43,602 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 42,910 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 41,495 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside mirror missing

Fail 7 Feb 2012 41,486 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside mirror missing

Pass 21 Aug 2010 38,884 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 35,974 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 35,817 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 34,351 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 33,274 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 30,169 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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P943 BPB is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Grey with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P943 BPB, 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 P943 BPB registered?

P943 BPB is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 4 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P943 BPB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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