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R457 OFR

1997 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,810 mi
Last recorded34,810 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 OFR
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 34,810 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Slight play in rear wheel bearing area.

Pass 5 May 2023 33,969 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 33,088 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 32,611 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 31,638 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 31,638 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 30,398 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank rubber mount missing at the rear. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 30,398 miles

Central Front Stop lamp not working Front switch not working. (Replaced) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank rubber mount missing at the rear. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 28,140 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2018 28,140 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 26,015 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 5,052 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 3,773 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 10 Sep 2010 2,536 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 1,190 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 99 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 29,304 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 27,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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R457 OFR is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R457 OFR, 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 R457 OFR registered?

R457 OFR is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R457 OFR safe to buy?

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