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R351 AVC

1997 Honda NTV650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,691 mi
Last recorded21,691 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda NTV65037,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 AVC
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 21,691 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 20,993 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 17,934 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 17,772 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 17,586 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 17,413 miles

Rear tyre slightly cracking

Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,094 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 17,094 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords FR0NT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 16,782 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 16,440 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 16,159 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 15,948 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 15,948 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 15,731 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 15,731 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 15,255 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,255 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 14,857 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 14,427 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 13,917 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 13,524 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 12,984 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,351 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 11,676 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NTV650?

Based on 13,733 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,163
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 226
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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R351 AVC is a 1997 Honda NTV650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda NTV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 37,324 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 NTV650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R351 AVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NTV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda NTV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R351 AVC registered?

R351 AVC is a 1997 Honda NTV650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R351 AVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 AVC shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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