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R689 HFT

1997 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,221 mi
Last recorded22,221 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR689 HFT
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 22,221 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 22,221 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,664 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 18,613 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 17,750 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 16,248 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 15,917 miles

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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R689 HFT is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R689 HFT, 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 R689 HFT registered?

R689 HFT is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R689 HFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R689 HFT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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