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F977 THW

2001 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,131 mi
Last recorded31,131 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF977 THW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2014 31,131 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 31,131 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 27,074 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 27,074 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 25,041 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 18,424 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2011 18,424 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

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

l/h tail light and brake light not working

Pass 22 Jul 2010 13,763 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 12,270 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 11,758 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 10,396 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 8,921 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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F977 THW is a 2001 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F977 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 25 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F977 THW registered?

F977 THW is a 2001 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 February 2001.

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