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R488 JPB

1997 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,416 mi
Last recorded16,416 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 JPB
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2012 16,416 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 15,517 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 14,822 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 13,982 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,631 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R488 JPB is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R488 JPB, 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 R488 JPB registered?

R488 JPB is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R488 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 JPB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R488 JPB have outstanding finance?

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