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S996 BCG

1998 Honda Blackbird

Grey Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,900 mi
Last recorded18,900 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Blackbird28,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS996 BCG
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 18,900 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 41,440 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 41,415 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 37,841 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 29,627 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 9,050 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 9,041 miles

headlamp converter fitted

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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S996 BCG is a 1998 Honda Blackbird in Grey with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S996 BCG, 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 S996 BCG registered?

S996 BCG is a 1998 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is S996 BCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S996 BCG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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