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F679 PSL

1996 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,982 mi
Last recorded47,982 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda Vfr34,543 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF679 PSL
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 47,982 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2018 47,923 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5 bars (3.3.A1d)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake master cylinder operation not smooth (3.3.A1b)

Oil leak clutch casing ()

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn 4.5mm disc thickness (at manufacturers limit) (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 42,660 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 42,655 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 38,723 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 34,805 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 33,577 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 33,486 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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F679 PSL is a 1996 Honda Vfr in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 34,543 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 F679 PSL, 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 30 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 F679 PSL registered?

F679 PSL is a 1996 Honda Vfr, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is F679 PSL safe to buy?

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