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T849 ETR

1998 Honda Fireblade

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,425 mi
Last recorded41,425 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda Fireblade27,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT849 ETR
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 41,425 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 40,627 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 40,627 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 May 2018 40,291 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 39,484 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 39,203 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 39,199 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 38,454 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 36,655 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 34,730 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 32,812 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 32,812 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 30,352 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 28,753 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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T849 ETR is a 1998 Honda Fireblade in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T849 ETR, 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 T849 ETR registered?

T849 ETR is a 1998 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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