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L589 HEP

1994 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,549 mi
Last recorded31,549 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda Vfr34,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL589 HEP
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 31,549 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 30,342 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 29,603 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 28,126 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 27,050 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 24,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 23,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 22,678 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 20,911 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 20,895 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 19,933 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,697 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,872 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 17,965 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,708 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,401 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 16,942 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 16,260 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 15,535 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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L589 HEP is a 1994 Honda Vfr in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L589 HEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L589 HEP registered?

L589 HEP is a 1994 Honda Vfr, first registered on 16 July 1994.

Is L589 HEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L589 HEP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L589 HEP have outstanding finance?

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