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P488 NLN

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,810 mi
Last recorded47,810 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP488 NLN
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 47,810 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 47,810 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 46,132 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 45,882 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 45,396 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 43,754 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 41,643 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 39,559 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 37,727 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 37,671 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 37,280 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 37,013 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 37,013 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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P488 NLN 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 76.9%.

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 P488 NLN, 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 P488 NLN registered?

P488 NLN is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P488 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P488 NLN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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