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F173 THW

1997 Honda VFR400R

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,577 mi
Last recorded34,577 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF173 THW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2012 34,577 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 33,443 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 32,935 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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F173 THW is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F173 THW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F173 THW?

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What year was F173 THW registered?

F173 THW is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is F173 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F173 THW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F173 THW have outstanding finance?

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