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R544 YRV

1998 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

109,670 mi
Last recorded109,670 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 YRV
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 109,670 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 105,818 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2021 105,818 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 101,833 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 96,221 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 87,479 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 80,022 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 73,973 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 67,997 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 67,634 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 64,041 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 62,209 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 31 May 2012 60,933 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

ns rear light bulb not working

Pass 29 Jun 2011 56,159 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2010 50,513 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2009 47,587 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2008 46,946 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2008 46,946 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2007 44,066 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 41,344 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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R544 YRV is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R544 YRV, 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 R544 YRV registered?

R544 YRV is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is R544 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 YRV 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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