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R53 GGR

1997 Honda Blackbird

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,578 mi
Last recorded39,578 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR53 GGR
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 39,578 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 39,577 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 36,640 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 36,640 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,051 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 33,042 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 32,836 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 32,483 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,291 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,516 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 31,314 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 31,073 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 30,374 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2010 28,649 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,649 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 27,030 miles

front fender partly broken.

Pass 14 May 2008 25,491 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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R53 GGR is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 R53 GGR, 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 R53 GGR registered?

R53 GGR is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R53 GGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R53 GGR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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