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R252 FRT

1998 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

33,392 mi
Last recorded33,392 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 FRT
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 33,392 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 32,955 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 32,539 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 32,539 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 31,766 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Apr 2018 31,766 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 30,345 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 28,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 28,019 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 28,018 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Mar 2014 26,745 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,745 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 24,545 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 21,887 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 21,166 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 36,611 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 34,557 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,447 miles

rear disc pads getting low

Pass 7 Mar 2006 32,751 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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R252 FRT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,884 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 R252 FRT, 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 28 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R252 FRT registered?

R252 FRT is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R252 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 FRT 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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