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M441 XHY

1998 Honda Vfr

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,852 mi
Last recorded27,852 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM441 XHY
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 27,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 25,630 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 23,178 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 19,781 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 19,288 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 19,283 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 19,183 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 19,183 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 27 Sep 2008 19,171 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 18,376 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2006 16,784 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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M441 XHY is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 M441 XHY, 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.

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What year was M441 XHY registered?

M441 XHY is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is M441 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M441 XHY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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