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R242 OFX

1998 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,541 mi
Last recorded24,541 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda Vtr27,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 OFX
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2014 24,541 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 22,894 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 20,937 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 20,839 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 20,549 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 19,848 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2007 19,448 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 18,868 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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R242 OFX is a 1998 Honda Vtr in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 27,521 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 R242 OFX, 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 28 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 R242 OFX registered?

R242 OFX is a 1998 Honda Vtr, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R242 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 OFX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R242 OFX have outstanding finance?

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