MOT Status
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31,266 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Front wheel bearings are tight but not considered excessive (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?
Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.
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F897 THU is a 1996 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 36,366 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F897 THU, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F897 THU registered?
F897 THU is a 1996 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 17 December 1996.
Is F897 THU safe to buy?
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