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M61 DEX

1997 Honda Vfr

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,601 mi
Last recorded30,601 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM61 DEX
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 30,601 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 30,579 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2014 30,434 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 30,423 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 30,352 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 29,597 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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M61 DEX is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 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 M61 DEX, 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 29 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 M61 DEX registered?

M61 DEX is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is M61 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M61 DEX shows 6 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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