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BG59 VTL

2009 Honda Fr-v

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,649 mi
Last recorded168,649 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Fr-v78,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 VTL
MakeHonda
ModelFr-v
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 168,649 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside age related surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 14 Nov 2024 159,082 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

light general underside age related surface corrosion

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Fail 14 Nov 2024 159,067 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

light general underside age related surface corrosion

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 14 Nov 2023 152,781 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Covers fitted masking testable items

Nearside Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Number plate lamp inop

Offside Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 145,743 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

general underside age related surface corrosion

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 24 Nov 2021 137,349 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shocker has play

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted masking some testable items

Fail 22 Nov 2021 137,349 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shocker has play

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 13 Nov 2020 130,316 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 121,818 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 109,837 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 May 2017 95,961 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 80,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 66,209 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 57,060 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 43,234 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 30,002 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Fr-v?

Based on 261,543 MOT tests across 14,531 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,352
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
14,531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,946
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,540
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,420
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 3,903
position lamp(s) not working 2,597
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BG59 VTL is a 2009 Honda Fr-v in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Honda Fr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 78,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Fr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,946 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG59 VTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Fr-v is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG59 VTL registered?

BG59 VTL is a 2009 Honda Fr-v, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is BG59 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 VTL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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