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H679 POF

1997 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,466 mi
Last recorded52,466 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH679 POF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 52,466 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 52,310 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 52,131 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 51,764 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 51,743 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 51,726 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 51,590 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 51,562 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 51,534 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 51,075 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 50,323 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 48,030 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front brake calipers binding slightly

Pass 8 Nov 2007 47,778 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 47,131 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 46,150 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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H679 POF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 H679 POF, 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.

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What year was H679 POF registered?

H679 POF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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