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R301 UCR

1997 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,374 mi
Last recorded25,374 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 UCR
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 23,536 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 21,730 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 20,858 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 20,052 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 19,207 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 14,807 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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R301 UCR is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R301 UCR, 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.

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What year was R301 UCR registered?

R301 UCR is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R301 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 UCR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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