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R283 FNC

1997 Honda Dominator

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

37,360 mi
Last recorded37,360 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda Dominator29,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 FNC
MakeHonda
ModelDominator
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2010 37,360 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear drive sprocket well worn

rusty spokes front and rear wheels

Pass 17 Jul 2010 37,360 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear drive sprocket well worn

rusty spokes front and rear wheels

Pass 29 May 2009 32,947 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Security clamps not fitted to wheels/tyres.

Fail 23 May 2009 32,944 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Security clamps not fitted to wheels/tyres.

Pass 15 May 2008 25,581 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 12 May 2008 25,570 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2006 25,277 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Dominator?

Based on 1,401 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
488
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Drive chain worn to excess 10
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 10
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R283 FNC is a 1997 Honda Dominator in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Honda Dominator models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 29,992 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 Dominator fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R283 FNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Dominator typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Dominator is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R283 FNC registered?

R283 FNC is a 1997 Honda Dominator, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R283 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R283 FNC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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