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R335 BGY

1997 Honda Vtr

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,696 mi
Last recorded27,696 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR335 BGY
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 27,696 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 27,661 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 27,610 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 27,515 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 27,505 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 27,351 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 1 Aug 2008 23,092 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 22,498 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 22,498 miles

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2006 20,590 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 20,590 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2006 20,590 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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R335 BGY is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,529 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 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 R335 BGY, 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 29 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R335 BGY registered?

R335 BGY is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R335 BGY safe to buy?

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