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L738 UPW

1995 Honda Vfr

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,273 mi
Last recorded61,273 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1995 Honda Vfr34,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL738 UPW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 61,273 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 61,273 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 May 2020 61,222 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 57,995 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 57,990 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

offside lower fairing damaged

Pass 20 Mar 2010 56,423 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2010 56,410 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 56,251 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 52,242 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 52,212 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 52,066 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 51,219 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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L738 UPW is a 1995 Honda Vfr in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 34,728 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 L738 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 31 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 L738 UPW registered?

L738 UPW is a 1995 Honda Vfr, first registered on 21 October 1995.

Is L738 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L738 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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