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L831 DDB

1993 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

66,688 mi
Last recorded66,688 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda Vfr38,312 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL831 DDB
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 66,688 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 66,674 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 63,482 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 60,875 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 60,861 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2023 59,271 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 57,937 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 56,571 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 55,229 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 53,938 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 53,824 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2017 52,626 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 51,708 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 51,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 51,031 miles

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

fairing screen cracked

n/s rear bolt missing on front mudguard

panel above tail light damaged

rear shock spring corroded

swingarm corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2010 51,031 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 51,031 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 51,031 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 51,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 51,031 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 51,031 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 51,031 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 51,031 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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L831 DDB is a 1993 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 L831 DDB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L831 DDB registered?

L831 DDB is a 1993 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L831 DDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L831 DDB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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