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P602 SWC

1997 Honda Vfr

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,512 mi
Last recorded39,512 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP602 SWC
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,512 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 39,512 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 38,137 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 35,618 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 35,618 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 33,837 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 28,173 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 28,173 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.20mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 25,936 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 25,936 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 24,129 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 23,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2015 17,218 miles

advise slight blow on exhaust

Pass 31 May 2014 15,934 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 15,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2013 35,186 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 33,332 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 31,944 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 30 Apr 2010 27,483 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 27,179 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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P602 SWC is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P602 SWC, 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 P602 SWC registered?

P602 SWC is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P602 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P602 SWC shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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