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Y938 KUX

1999 Honda Fireblade

Purple Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,574 mi
Last recorded25,574 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda Fireblade22,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY938 KUX
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,574 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 24,598 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 23,634 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 22,501 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 21,013 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 19,888 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2020 19,888 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 17,855 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

steering headbearings notchy / slightly tight

Pass 7 Jun 2017 17,110 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 17,110 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 16,441 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 14,115 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 10,777 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 10,770 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 10,640 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 9,371 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 7,733 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 7,701 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2005 6,058 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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Y938 KUX is a 1999 Honda Fireblade in Purple with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 22,205 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 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 Y938 KUX, 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 27 years old, this Honda Fireblade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y938 KUX registered?

Y938 KUX is a 1999 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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The MOT history for Y938 KUX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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