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R874 KGK

1997 Honda Fireblade

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,095 mi
Last recorded11,095 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Fireblade27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR874 KGK
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 11,095 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps dip switch sticks in intermittently (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Upper Fork yoke deformed but serviceable Steering lock rubs on frame on lock (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 10,877 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Steering operation stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 10,659 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 10,652 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Indicator switch faulty Delay between operating switch and indicator working (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 10,593 miles

Indicator switch faulty Slight delay in indicator operation (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 10,436 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 10,427 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 9,966 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 9,962 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 9,594 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 8,811 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 8,690 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 8,195 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 8,080 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 7,751 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 7,751 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

FRONT WHEEL FITTED INCORRECTLY

Pass 26 Mar 2013 7,368 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 7,204 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 6,816 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 6,816 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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R874 KGK is a 1997 Honda Fireblade in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R874 KGK, 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 R874 KGK registered?

R874 KGK is a 1997 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is R874 KGK safe to buy?

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