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K778 KWT

1997 Honda Vfr

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,734 mi
Last recorded63,734 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK778 KWT
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 63,734 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 63,176 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 63,176 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 May 2018 62,576 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 62,576 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2016 60,609 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 59,888 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 58,429 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 58,887 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 58,807 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 55,661 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2010 55,660 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 50,764 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 43,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 41,239 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 41,216 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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K778 KWT is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K778 KWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K778 KWT registered?

K778 KWT is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is K778 KWT safe to buy?

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