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F16 VFR

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

10,006 mi
Last recorded10,006 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF16 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 10,006 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 9,279 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 8,709 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 8,709 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 8,666 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 8,489 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 8,431 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 8,411 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 8,363 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 7,123 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 7,027 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 6,975 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 6,923 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 6,641 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 6,403 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 6,400 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 6,073 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 6,055 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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F16 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 31,147 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F16 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F16 VFR registered?

F16 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is F16 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F16 VFR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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