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P187 DSA

1997 Honda Vtr

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

77,202 mi
Last recorded77,202 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP187 DSA
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 77,202 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 76,303 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 74,859 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 74,654 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 72,776 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 70,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2018 70,892 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 69,455 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 68,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 66,266 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 65,710 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 9 Mar 2012 64,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 63,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 62,203 miles

Cush drive rubbers worn.

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 60,722 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 57,661 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 55,361 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 47,868 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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P187 DSA is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P187 DSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P187 DSA registered?

P187 DSA is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P187 DSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P187 DSA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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