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Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c reliable? We analysed 1,502 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,502 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.3%
Typical Mileage
17,252mi
Annual Mileage
1,429mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Honda Vfr 1200 F-c is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Vfr 1200 F-c.

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.8%
2013
92.7%
2012

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Vfr 1200 F-c models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 6
Brake disc fractured 3

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Vfr 1200 F-c owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
620 mi/yr
Typical
1,429 mi/yr
Average
2,167 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,017 mi/yr

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 261 90.8% 7,957 12,789 23,410
2012 1,211 92.7% 11,284 17,843 25,546

How Long Does a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Last?

Based on 169 Honda Vfr 1200 F-c vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.7 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Vfr 1200 F-c MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
17,252 mi
75th Percentile
25,676 mi
95th Percentile
48,447 mi
Max Recorded
178,125 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Vfr 1200 F-c

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2012

92.7% MOT pass rate from 1,211 tests

Year to avoid
2013

90.8% MOT pass rate from 261 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Vfr 1200 F-c is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.7% across 1,211 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Vfr 1200 F-c THIS CAR 92.3% 1,502 17,252 mi 14 yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Volvo V40 R-design D2 87.9% 2,594 77,635 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Vfr 1200 F-c?

The Honda Vfr 1200 F-c has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 1,502 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (5 recorded failures), brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (4), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Honda Vfr 1200 F-c owner drives around 1,429 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Honda Vfr 1200 F-c models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Vfr 1200 F-c — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c reliable?
Based on 1,502 MOT tests, the Honda Vfr 1200 F-c has a 92.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c?
The most common MOT failures are roller brake test indicates a binding brake, brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick, and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c do per year?
The typical Honda Vfr 1200 F-c does around 1,429 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c last?
Most Honda Vfr 1200 F-c models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 169 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Vfr 1200 F-c?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Vfr 1200 F-c is 2012 with a 92.7% pass rate across 1,211 tests.