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FE09 VCU

2009 Honda Fr-v

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

85,084 mi
Last recorded85,084 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Fr-v78,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 VCU
MakeHonda
ModelFr-v
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 85,084 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front suspension coil springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlights output could be better. lens faded. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage front steering rack gaitor dampness. seepage. (2.1.5 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively nearside front brake slightly binding. (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine has an oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 80,262 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 22 Aug 2023 73,947 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 73,938 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 69,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 69,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 65,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 59,931 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 55,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 50,301 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 44,493 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 41,413 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 41,413 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 36,594 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 32,451 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 25,672 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Feb 2012 19,212 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Fr-v?

Based on 261,543 MOT tests across 14,531 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,352
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
14,531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,946
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,540
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,420
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 3,903
position lamp(s) not working 2,597
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FE09 VCU is a 2009 Honda Fr-v in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Honda Fr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 78,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Fr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,946 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE09 VCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Fr-v is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE09 VCU registered?

FE09 VCU is a 2009 Honda Fr-v, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is FE09 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE09 VCU 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.

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