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N123 HWW

1996 Honda Vfr

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,833 mi
Last recorded45,833 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Vfr34,543 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN123 HWW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 45,833 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 45,303 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 43,807 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 42,016 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 39,743 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 38,984 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 38,271 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 36,974 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 34,832 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 33,418 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 31,526 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear panel slightly lose

Pass 27 May 2014 29,753 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,402 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,817 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 26,641 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 23,788 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,997 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2009 21,983 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 19,800 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 18,311 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 16,689 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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N123 HWW is a 1996 Honda Vfr in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 34,543 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N123 HWW, 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 30 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 N123 HWW registered?

N123 HWW is a 1996 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N123 HWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N123 HWW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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