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R552 DKX

1997 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

53,955 mi
Last recorded53,955 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 53,955 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 53,891 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 53,776 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 53,618 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 53,175 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 52,367 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 52,113 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 51,389 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 51,032 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 50,835 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 50,835 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 50,257 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 20 May 2013 49,203 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 48,429 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 47,132 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 47,132 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 44,884 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 36,478 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 36,478 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 27,474 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 27,270 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 27,270 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 18,102 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 18,102 miles

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

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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R552 DKX is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R552 DKX, 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 R552 DKX registered?

R552 DKX is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R552 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R552 DKX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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