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P117 GRR

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

27,123 mi
Last recorded27,123 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
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

RegistrationP117 GRR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 27,123 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 26,233 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 26,231 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 24,782 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 24,782 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Aug 2021 24,779 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,514 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 24,111 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,813 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 22,813 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2006 20,293 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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P117 GRR is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P117 GRR, 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 P117 GRR registered?

P117 GRR is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P117 GRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 GRR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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