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S530 SBD

1998 Honda Blackbird

Beige Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,453 mi
Last recorded32,453 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Blackbird28,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS530 SBD
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 32,453 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 29,350 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 27,315 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 27,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

fork seal dust covers slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2017 27,141 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,554 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 25,267 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 Jan 2014 18,487 miles

1 screen bolt missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

damage to front mud guard

damage to n/s mirror

Pass 2 Jan 2014 18,487 miles

1 screen bolt missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

damage to front mud guard

damage to n/s mirror

Pass 31 Aug 2011 18,475 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 17,812 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 16,946 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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S530 SBD is a 1998 Honda Blackbird in Beige with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 S530 SBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S530 SBD registered?

S530 SBD is a 1998 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S530 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S530 SBD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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