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R965 GWW

1998 Honda Blackbird

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,201 mi
Last recorded34,201 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Blackbird28,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 GWW
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 34,201 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 33,075 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 32,200 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 32,200 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle dirty and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 30,253 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 30,253 miles

Direction indicators not working O/S/REAR (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 26,908 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))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 24,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 23,184 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 May 2013 23,069 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 22,662 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 22,662 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,642 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 21,643 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 20,819 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 15,846 miles

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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R965 GWW is a 1998 Honda Blackbird in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 28,851 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 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 R965 GWW, 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 28 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R965 GWW registered?

R965 GWW is a 1998 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R965 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R965 GWW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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