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C281 PRN

1997 Honda Vfr

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,410 mi
Last recorded25,410 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC281 PRN
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2009 25,410 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 25,410 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 25,148 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,886 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 24,039 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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C281 PRN is a 1997 Honda Vfr in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C281 PRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C281 PRN?

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What year was C281 PRN registered?

C281 PRN is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is C281 PRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C281 PRN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C281 PRN have outstanding finance?

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