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M278 MVU

1994 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,344 mi
Last recorded33,344 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
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

RegistrationM278 MVU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2014 33,344 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,978 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,226 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 26,514 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 28,514 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 May 2006 27,025 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

front brake pads approaching wear limit.

Pass 15 May 2006 27,025 miles

front brake pads approaching wear limit.

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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M278 MVU is a 1994 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M278 MVU, 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

How do I check the history of M278 MVU?

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What year was M278 MVU registered?

M278 MVU is a 1994 Honda Vfr, first registered on 15 August 1994.

Is M278 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M278 MVU shows 7 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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