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R837 GPN

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,702 mi
Last recorded49,702 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR837 GPN
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 49,702 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 46,633 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 40,243 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 29,296 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 23,730 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 22,921 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 22,921 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 22,174 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2009 22,174 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 22,168 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 22,168 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 22,162 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 19,135 miles

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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R837 GPN is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R837 GPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R837 GPN registered?

R837 GPN is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R837 GPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R837 GPN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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