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L597 RGW

1994 Honda Vfr

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,090 mi
Last recorded34,090 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
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

RegistrationL597 RGW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 34,090 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 34,088 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Both bulbs incorrectly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 33,370 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 30,820 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 30,811 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,115 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 29,901 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 24,395 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 24,395 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2012 19,029 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 18,998 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,852 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 18,852 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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L597 RGW is a 1994 Honda Vfr in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L597 RGW, 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 L597 RGW registered?

L597 RGW is a 1994 Honda Vfr, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L597 RGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L597 RGW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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