CarVerify

Free Car Check

W227 VRE

2000 Honda Blackbird

Blue Petrol 1137cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,147 mi
Last recorded37,147 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Blackbird27,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW227 VRE
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
View full Honda Blackbird reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 37,147 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 36,223 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 35,973 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 33,807 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 32,914 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2015 32,815 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number plate delaminating

Fail 2 Jul 2015 32,813 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number plate delaminating

Pass 2 Jul 2014 32,225 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 13 Aug 2011 31,802 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 313,025 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 313,023 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 29,678 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 28,202 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 27,181 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 27,179 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 26,841 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 26,839 miles

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

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
Full Honda Blackbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W227 VRE is a 2000 Honda Blackbird in Blue with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2000 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 27,584 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 W227 VRE, 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 26 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W227 VRE?

You can check the full history of W227 VRE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W227 VRE registered?

W227 VRE is a 2000 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W227 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W227 VRE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W227 VRE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W227 VRE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.