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L205 VLD

1993 Honda Vfr

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,217 mi
Last recorded39,217 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1993 Honda Vfr38,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL205 VLD
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 39,217 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 39,122 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 39,122 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 38,104 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 38,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 36,421 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose rear silencer clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 34,863 miles

Exhaust header pipe very rusty

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 33,874 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 32,861 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 31,254 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 28,614 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 26,058 miles

rear right hand carrier support bracket broken.

Pass 10 Sep 2012 23,560 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2012 23,553 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 20,630 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 20,630 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 17,748 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 17,748 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 15,824 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

wear in front footrest pivots.

Pass 10 Jun 2008 15,813 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

gearchange loose on spline.

Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,689 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

wear in both front footrest pivots.

Pass 28 Apr 2006 15,601 miles

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

gearchange loose.

nail in tyre

wear in front footrests

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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L205 VLD is a 1993 Honda Vfr in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1993 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 38,312 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 L205 VLD, 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 33 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L205 VLD registered?

L205 VLD is a 1993 Honda Vfr, first registered on 15 November 1993.

Is L205 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L205 VLD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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