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H398 PBR

1998 Honda Vfr

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,514 mi
Last recorded54,514 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH398 PBR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2014 54,514 miles

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 17 Aug 2011 54,456 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 54,453 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 54,064 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 51,551 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 48,100 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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H398 PBR is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H398 PBR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H398 PBR registered?

H398 PBR is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is H398 PBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H398 PBR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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