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P518 DFR

1997 Honda F6C

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,003 mi
Last recorded29,003 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda F6C24,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP518 DFR
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 29,003 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 28,617 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,421 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 27,240 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,617 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2018 21,617 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 20,611 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 18,658 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 16,771 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 16,242 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 16,045 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,809 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 15,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 14,666 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010
Pass 24 Feb 2009 11,003 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 9,604 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 9,604 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2007 6,838 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 5,119 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
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P518 DFR is a 1997 Honda F6C in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 24,466 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 F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P518 DFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P518 DFR registered?

P518 DFR is a 1997 Honda F6C, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P518 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P518 DFR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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