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R558 GRL

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,648 mi
Last recorded54,648 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR558 GRL
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 54,648 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 53,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 51,167 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 47,394 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2009 47,390 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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))

Pass 4 Jun 2008 42,623 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 37,625 miles

1. small oil leak on rear cylinder

Inner Front Upper Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2006 29,937 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 May 2006 29,937 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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R558 GRL is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R558 GRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R558 GRL registered?

R558 GRL is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R558 GRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R558 GRL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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