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D739 UGO

1997 Honda Vfr

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,009 mi
Last recorded36,009 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD739 UGO
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 36,009 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 36,009 miles

rear shocker slightle weak

Pass 28 Jun 2014 35,863 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 35,821 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 3 Oct 2009 34,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

alloy brake bolts fitted (not recommended for road use)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 34,914 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

alloy brake bolts fitted (not recommended for road use)

Fail 30 Aug 2008 34,878 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

alloy banjo bolt fitted to front brake system (not advisable for road use)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 32,177 miles

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

alloy banjo bolt fitted (not recommended for road use)

Fail 25 Aug 2007 32,126 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

alloy banjo bolt on front brake system (not recommended for road use)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 29,566 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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D739 UGO is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D739 UGO, 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

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What year was D739 UGO registered?

D739 UGO is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is D739 UGO safe to buy?

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