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R544 KRH

1997 Honda Blackbird

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,489 mi
Last recorded51,489 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 KRH
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 51,489 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 49,973 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 49,937 miles

Drive chain is loose

Exhaust noisey

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion BOTH (2.3.3)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 49,923 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain is loose

Exhaust noisey

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion BOTH (2.3.3)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 48,864 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 48,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 46,924 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 42,471 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 42,467 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2009 39,831 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 39,831 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 34,110 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 30,000 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 27,768 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 23,557 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 23,462 miles

Lower Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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R544 KRH is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R544 KRH, 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 R544 KRH registered?

R544 KRH is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R544 KRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 KRH shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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