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G296 ULG

1998 Honda Vfr

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

78,483 mi
Last recorded78,483 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG296 ULG
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 78,483 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 77,894 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower dog bone mount has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 76,983 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 73,837 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer/baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front indicator security

bodywork condition

Pass 18 Jul 2019 69,956 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 69,956 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 65,857 miles

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

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

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

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

aftermarket exhaust fitted

bodywork damage

Fail 12 Jul 2018 65,857 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

aftermarket exhaust fitted

bodywork damage

Pass 12 Jul 2017 62,683 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated front pipes also collector box (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front bar grip showing slight movement

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear brake slightly stiff when rotated advise brake service

various damage to body panels

Pass 9 Sep 2013 62,651 miles

slight movement on bar grips

Pass 3 Sep 2012 61,708 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front fairing has various damage to some areas but secure

rear number plate is slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2011 61,054 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear number plate cracked slightly

various damage on fairing

Pass 7 Aug 2010 60,164 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 59,118 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 59,118 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 56,427 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 56,223 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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G296 ULG is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 34,346 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 G296 ULG, 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 28 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G296 ULG registered?

G296 ULG is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is G296 ULG safe to buy?

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