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M931 DBY

1998 Honda Vfr

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,561 mi
Last recorded37,561 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM931 DBY
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2013 37,561 miles

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

one dip beam working out of two

Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,561 miles

one dip beam working out of two

Pass 21 Aug 2012 37,557 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 37,382 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 37,382 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 37,012 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 36,582 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 36,206 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 36,206 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 35,632 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 34,674 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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M931 DBY is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Blue with a 748cc 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 M931 DBY, 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 M931 DBY registered?

M931 DBY is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is M931 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M931 DBY 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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