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R622 VAW

1997 Honda Fireblade

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,178 mi
Last recorded22,178 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR622 VAW
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 22,178 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 20,930 miles

Nearside fairing bolt missing but not insecure

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 20,905 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside fairing bolt missing but not insecure

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 16,761 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 16,296 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 16,296 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 16,113 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 15,761 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 15,412 miles

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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R622 VAW is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R622 VAW, 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.

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What year was R622 VAW registered?

R622 VAW is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R622 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R622 VAW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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