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N541 BTJ

1996 Honda Vfr

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,501 mi
Last recorded45,501 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
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

RegistrationN541 BTJ
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 45,501 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 45,241 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 44,978 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 42,875 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 42,047 miles

Front and Rear Brake Disc's wearing, and slight pitting

slight oil leak

small nail in rear tyre

Fail 10 Mar 2014 38,532 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 38,532 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 37,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 37,676 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 36,662 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 36,564 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 36,564 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 35,466 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 32,622 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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N541 BTJ is a 1996 Honda Vfr in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 N541 BTJ, 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

How do I check the history of N541 BTJ?

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What year was N541 BTJ registered?

N541 BTJ is a 1996 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N541 BTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N541 BTJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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