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R145 YLE

1997 Honda Fireblade

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

17,771 mi
Last recorded17,771 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR145 YLE
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 17,771 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 17,454 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 17,256 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 16,991 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 16,601 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 16,254 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 15,763 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 15,763 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 May 2017 15,332 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 14,851 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 14,412 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 13,685 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 13,049 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 12,625 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2012 12,625 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 12,076 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,476 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 10,316 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 9,855 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 9,229 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 8,383 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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R145 YLE is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R145 YLE, 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 R145 YLE registered?

R145 YLE is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R145 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R145 YLE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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