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R136 DKX

1997 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,364 mi
Last recorded72,364 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 72,364 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 72,112 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 71,984 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 71,865 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 71,436 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 71,215 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 70,277 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 69,267 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,376 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 68,114 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 67,383 miles
Pass 25 May 2014 66,986 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 65,897 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 65,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 65,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 64,504 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 63,174 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 61,757 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Blackbird?

Based on 2,495 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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R136 DKX is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 32,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Blackbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R136 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Blackbird typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R136 DKX registered?

R136 DKX is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R136 DKX safe to buy?

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