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L631 XHW

1998 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,290 mi
Last recorded14,290 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL631 XHW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 14,290 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 54,282 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2010 40,777 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 38,188 miles

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 13 May 2009 38,188 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 11 May 2007 37,811 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 37,811 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 33,135 miles

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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L631 XHW is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L631 XHW, 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 L631 XHW registered?

L631 XHW is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is L631 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L631 XHW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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