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R954 MLJ

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,186 mi
Last recorded75,186 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR954 MLJ
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2020 75,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 70,583 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 66,700 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 62,395 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 62,395 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 61,634 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Jul 2016 61,627 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2015 61,367 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 56,806 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2008 52,610 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 50,889 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 50,889 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 45,393 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 13 May 2006 45,388 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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R954 MLJ is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R954 MLJ, 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 R954 MLJ registered?

R954 MLJ is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R954 MLJ safe to buy?

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