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R681 PDV

1997 Honda Fireblade

Yellow Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,486 mi
Last recorded36,486 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 PDV
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2022 36,486 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 34,837 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 25,050 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 18,849 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 17,974 miles

After market silencer fitted with baffle

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front brake lever slightly notchy when applied

Rear valve stem cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2017 17,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 16,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 15,465 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 14,899 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front tyre worn low and uneven

rear outer brake pad approx 2mm

travel on front brake lever

both tyres need urgent replacement

Pass 12 Jul 2013 13,819 miles

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

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

rear brake pads approx 2mm

Pass 15 Jun 2012 13,106 miles

rear pads 2-3mm

Pass 17 Jun 2011 13,063 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,856 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear pads half worn

Pass 18 Jun 2009 12,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front pads half worn

Pass 23 Jul 2008 11,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2007 11,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 May 2006 10,560 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R681 PDV is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Yellow with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R681 PDV, 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 R681 PDV registered?

R681 PDV is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R681 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R681 PDV shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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