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R27 AAU

1998 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,247 mi
Last recorded22,247 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Blackbird28,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 AAU
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 22,247 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 22,247 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 22,005 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2006 44,838 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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R27 AAU is a 1998 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 28,851 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 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 R27 AAU, 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 28 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 R27 AAU registered?

R27 AAU is a 1998 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R27 AAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R27 AAU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R27 AAU have outstanding finance?

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