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P215 VFA

1997 Honda F6C

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,101 mi
Last recorded46,101 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda F6C24,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 VFA
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 46,101 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 44,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 44,872 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 44,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 44,162 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 44,047 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 43,802 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 42,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 39,543 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 38,386 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 38,700 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 34,992 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 34,405 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 33,311 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 33,306 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 32,000 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 30,875 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 30,875 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

front discs fitted incorrectly.

Pass 20 Oct 2009 29,777 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 29,744 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 28,094 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2006 18,502 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,502 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
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P215 VFA is a 1997 Honda F6C in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 24,466 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 F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P215 VFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P215 VFA registered?

P215 VFA is a 1997 Honda F6C, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P215 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P215 VFA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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