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B212 FGT

1997 Honda VF1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,719 mi
Last recorded1,719 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VF1000R31,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB212 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 1,719 miles

headlamp mask/converter fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Apr 2021 1,649 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front, Outer Brake Pad, On Nearside Caliper, Near Wear Limit (1.1.13 (a))

Valve stem slightly damaged Front And Rear Valve Stem Showing Signs Of Cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 May 2018 1,639 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 1,588 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 1,555 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 1,555 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 1,463 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 1,279 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 1,279 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 698 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 29 Jul 2011 698 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2010 630 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 629 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 10 May 2007 603 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
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B212 FGT is a 1997 Honda VF1000R in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 31,236 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 VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B212 FGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF1000R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B212 FGT registered?

B212 FGT is a 1997 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is B212 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B212 FGT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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