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F854 NBR

1997 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,978 mi
Last recorded38,978 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF854 NBR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2026 38,978 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 38,736 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 38,237 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 38,091 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 37,171 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2006 36,992 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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F854 NBR is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F854 NBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F854 NBR registered?

F854 NBR is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is F854 NBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F854 NBR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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