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W171 BCE

2000 Honda Vfr

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,088 mi
Last recorded24,088 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Vfr32,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW171 BCE
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 24,088 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 22,378 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 20,107 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 20,097 miles

Headlight converters fitted

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 19,809 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

headlamp convertors fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2019 19,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right kick-up incorrect side (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 19,555 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 19,411 miles

Front Brake pads worn

Pass 9 May 2014 18,915 miles

exhaust clamp cracked/corroded needs replacing

exhaust heatshield corroded/ broken

Pass 10 May 2011 18,870 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 18,683 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 18,541 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 15,403 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 15,403 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,463 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2007 12,463 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 10,630 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 10,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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W171 BCE is a 2000 Honda Vfr in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 32,004 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 W171 BCE, 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 26 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W171 BCE registered?

W171 BCE is a 2000 Honda Vfr, first registered on 17 July 2000.

Is W171 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W171 BCE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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