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L88 VFR

2002 Honda Vfr

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,452 mi
Last recorded18,452 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Honda Vfr20,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 18,452 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 17,548 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 17,548 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 May 2013 16,561 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,391 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 15,391 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 12,150 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

engine exhaust corrosion

Fail 28 Mar 2011 12,150 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

engine exhaust corrosion

Pass 16 Mar 2010 11,086 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

engine exhaust corrosion damage to o/s body work

Pass 5 Mar 2009 9,567 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

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

engine parts corrosion

Pass 29 Mar 2008 7,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 7,770 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

One tail light not working

Pass 24 Mar 2007 6,617 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 3,545 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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L88 VFR is a 2002 Honda Vfr in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 20,868 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 L88 VFR, 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 24 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L88 VFR registered?

L88 VFR is a 2002 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is L88 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L88 VFR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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