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P215 OKN

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,986 mi
Last recorded7,986 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 OKN
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 7,986 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 7,284 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust noisey

steering bearings slightly notchy

Fail 22 Aug 2018 7,284 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Direction indicator missing both rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Footrest missing both pillian (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

steering bearings slightly notchy

Pass 21 Sep 2016 8,173 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 8,160 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 8,154 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 8,154 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 7,976 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 7,948 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 7,882 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 7,846 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,258 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2005 7,196 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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P215 OKN is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P215 OKN, 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.

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What year was P215 OKN registered?

P215 OKN is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is P215 OKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P215 OKN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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