Honda Vfr MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 27,933 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 9.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Vfr MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Vfr is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 27,933 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 35 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% and a failure rate of 9.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Vfr earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Vfr presents for MOT with approximately 21,735 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2021 models achieve the highest pass rate at 95.7%, while 1986 models have the lowest at 73.8%. This 21.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Vfr is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 6.1% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 2.4%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 2.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
Based on MOT data, 2015 models have the highest pass rate at 95.1%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2014 to 2016
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 7 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Honda Vfr vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 28 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Honda Vfr. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 20 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Honda Vfr ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 17% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 17 (19.3% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 6.5% | 1,821 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 2.8% | 782 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.2% | 604 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.0% | 554 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.9% | 524 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.8% | 490 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.2% | 345 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.2% | 336 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Drive System | 0.8% | 216 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.7% | 204 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.6% | 177 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.3% | 76 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.2% | 66 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.2% | 65 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 57 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 21,735 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.00 | 6.5% | 1,821 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.29 | 2.8% | 782 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.99 | 2.2% | 604 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.91 | 2.0% | 554 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.86 | 1.9% | 524 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.81 | 1.8% | 490 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.57 | 1.2% | 345 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.55 | 1.2% | 336 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.36 | 0.8% | 216 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.34 | 0.7% | 204 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.29 | 0.6% | 177 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.13 | 0.3% | 76 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.11 | 0.2% | 66 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.11 | 0.2% | 65 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.09 | 0.2% | 57 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Vfr has 21,735 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Vfr has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.51% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Honda Vfr MOT Data
The Honda Vfr is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 27,933 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 35 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% and a failure rate of 9.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Vfr owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Vfr is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 6.1% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.1% of MOT failures on the Honda Vfr. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Vfr. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle tyres — 2.0% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 2.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Vfr. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Vfr?
Based on 27,933 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Vfr has an overall pass rate of 90.2% (9.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Vfr?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Vfr fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (6.1%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (2.4%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (2.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Vfr reliable?
With a 9.8% MOT failure rate, the Vfr is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Vfr?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (6.1%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (2.4%); Motorcycle tyres (2.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.