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T289 GRC

1999 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

41,705 mi
Last recorded41,705 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda Vfr28,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT289 GRC
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 41,705 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 May 2025 41,121 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 41,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From engine to down pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017

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

Pass 3 May 2016
Pass 21 May 2015

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014
Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,446 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 38,135 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 38,135 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,645 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 36,851 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 34,276 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 33,175 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 31,820 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 26,692 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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T289 GRC is a 1999 Honda Vfr in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 28,167 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 T289 GRC, 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 27 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T289 GRC registered?

T289 GRC is a 1999 Honda Vfr, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T289 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T289 GRC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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