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R501 WRA

1997 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,185 mi
Last recorded110,185 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 WRA
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 110,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 104,844 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 98,875 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 93,066 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 87,344 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 81,623 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 77,066 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 70,707 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 65,261 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 60,625 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 57,875 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,647 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 51,092 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 46,243 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 43,605 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 40,543 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,908 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 36,908 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 33,029 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 25,594 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 17,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 17,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R501 WRA is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R501 WRA, 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 R501 WRA registered?

R501 WRA is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is R501 WRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 WRA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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