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K949 SLY

1998 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

30,374 mi
Last recorded30,374 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK949 SLY
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 30,374 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 30,374 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 30,374 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 30,361 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 30,361 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 30,357 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 30,295 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 29,693 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 29,096 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 27,641 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 27,523 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 27,515 miles

Front 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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K949 SLY is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 K949 SLY, 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 K949 SLY registered?

K949 SLY is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is K949 SLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K949 SLY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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