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J18 VFR

1997 Honda Vfr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,351 mi
Last recorded32,351 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2007 32,351 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 32,351 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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J18 VFR is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J18 VFR, 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 J18 VFR registered?

J18 VFR is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is J18 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 VFR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J18 VFR have outstanding finance?

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