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N531 HFS

1997 Honda S

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

30,263 mi
Last recorded30,263 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN531 HFS
MakeHonda
ModelS
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 30,263 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 30,263 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 30,116 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 29,751 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 29,751 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 28,848 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 27,987 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 27,983 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 27,351 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 26,894 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 26,894 miles

How Reliable is the Honda S?

Based on 1,102 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14
Stop lamp not working 14
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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N531 HFS is a 1997 Honda S in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Honda S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N531 HFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda S typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 29 years old, this Honda S is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N531 HFS registered?

N531 HFS is a 1997 Honda S, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is N531 HFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N531 HFS shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N531 HFS have outstanding finance?

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