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Honda VFR

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 781 cc

T289 GRCMOT history

T289 GRC is a red petrol Honda VFR first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 41,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
41,705 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T289 GRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VFR
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T289 GRC was last recorded at 41,705 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
41,121 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
584 miles
Average per year
728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,705 miles
  • 2025 – 41,121 miles
  • 2024 – 41,081 miles
  • 2013 – 39,446 miles
  • 2012 – 38,135 miles
  • 2011 – 37,645 miles
  • 2010 – 36,851 miles
  • 2009 – 34,276 miles
  • 2008 – 33,175 miles
  • 2007 – 31,820 miles
  • 2005 – 26,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,705 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,705 miles (+584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    41,705 miles
    Test number
    505346977826
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  2. Pass41,121 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    41,121 miles
    Test number
    108490730497
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass41,081 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    41,081 miles
    Test number
    687887430580
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  4. PassMileage not read2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    389026443579
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    346562609025
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  6. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    325064577577
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  7. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    205396548390
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From engine to down pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))
  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    790135143414
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    223079907793
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey manifold (7.1.1b)
  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    336891107095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    968381245132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219335204423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,446 miles (+1,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,446 miles
    Test number
    335501183047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
  14. Pass38,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,135 miles
    Test number
    147403472477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,135 miles (+490)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,135 miles
    Test number
    718543272081
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
  16. Pass37,645 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,645 miles
    Test number
    157940871057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,851 miles (+2,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,851 miles
    Test number
    130298970449
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
  18. Pass34,276 miles (+1,101)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,276 miles
    Test number
    280340859014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,175 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,175 miles
    Test number
    984776218044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,820 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,820 miles
    Test number
    443048937044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    26,692 miles
    Test number
    494247535289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T289 GRC

Does T289 GRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T289 GRC is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T289 GRC?
The MOT on T289 GRC is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T289 GRC done?
T289 GRC was recorded at 41,705 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 728 miles a year.
Has T289 GRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T289 GRC has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on T289 GRC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T289 GRC find?
T289 GRC passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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