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L398 UPW

1994 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,185 mi
Last recorded28,185 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 1994 Honda Vfr34,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL398 UPW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2013 28,185 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 28,185 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2012 27,942 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 27,942 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 27,191 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 26,254 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,254 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 24,004 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 22,729 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 22,729 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,064 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 19,546 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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L398 UPW is a 1994 Honda Vfr in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 34,139 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 L398 UPW, 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 32 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L398 UPW registered?

L398 UPW is a 1994 Honda Vfr, first registered on 24 August 1994.

Is L398 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L398 UPW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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