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P158 MJW

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,582 mi
Last recorded29,582 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP158 MJW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 29,582 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 28,228 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 26,685 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 26,500 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 25,929 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 25,847 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 25,792 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 24,643 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 21,023 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 20,560 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 20,504 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 19,788 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,502 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,704 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 18,675 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 18,594 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 18,485 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,268 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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P158 MJW is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P158 MJW, 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

How do I check the history of P158 MJW?

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What year was P158 MJW registered?

P158 MJW is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P158 MJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P158 MJW shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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