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R996 WFL

1997 Honda Vfr

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

69,948 mi
Last recorded69,948 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR996 WFL
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 69,948 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 69,833 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 69,724 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 69,511 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 69,136 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Panel loose (bolt missing)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 68,168 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 68,115 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 66,860 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jan 2017 66,842 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil left and right hand oil seals leaking (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 66,176 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 66,095 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 64,263 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 62,855 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 61,353 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 59,097 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 57,069 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2010 57,069 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 54,403 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 51,844 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 49,025 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 46,334 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R996 WFL is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R996 WFL, 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 R996 WFL registered?

R996 WFL is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R996 WFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R996 WFL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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