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R721 HAT

1997 Honda Blackbird

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,965 mi
Last recorded30,965 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Blackbird32,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR721 HAT
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2009 30,965 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 29,194 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 27,379 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 25,696 miles

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

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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R721 HAT is a 1997 Honda Blackbird in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R721 HAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R721 HAT registered?

R721 HAT is a 1997 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R721 HAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R721 HAT shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R721 HAT have outstanding finance?

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