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J872 RFJ

1997 Honda Vfr

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,932 mi
Last recorded32,932 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ872 RFJ
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,932 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 32,917 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,255 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 32,231 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 30,032 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 30,032 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 30,032 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 29,921 miles

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

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

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 27 Aug 2008 27,514 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 27,485 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 26,603 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 26,602 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 25,530 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 25,530 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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J872 RFJ is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J872 RFJ, 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.

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What year was J872 RFJ registered?

J872 RFJ is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is J872 RFJ safe to buy?

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