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S918 SBU

1998 Honda Fireblade

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

122,869 mi
Last recorded122,869 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS918 SBU
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 122,869 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all of them (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 121,514 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 120,653 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 119,495 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 5 Feb 2021 115,069 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute both sides (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 111,268 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 110,552 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 109,420 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2016 105,161 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 9 May 2015 100,278 miles

rear brake caliper pin has slight play

Pass 10 May 2014 93,779 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 May 2013 89,522 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 85,625 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 80,167 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 76,115 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 68,192 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2008 57,678 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 47,723 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 47,723 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 46,450 miles

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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S918 SBU is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,884 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 S918 SBU, 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 28 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S918 SBU registered?

S918 SBU is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S918 SBU safe to buy?

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