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N228 XDO

1996 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

60,755 mi
Last recorded60,755 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN228 XDO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 60,755 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 60,746 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 60,687 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 59,971 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 59,237 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 58,983 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 57,925 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 57,925 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2015 56,778 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion o/s (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 55,548 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 55,548 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 54,850 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 54,850 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 50,023 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2012 50,023 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 46,413 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 44,965 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 44,965 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 39,120 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 39,120 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 35,926 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 32,971 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 29,759 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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N228 XDO is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 34,793 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N228 XDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N228 XDO registered?

N228 XDO is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N228 XDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N228 XDO shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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