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M701 FGT

1997 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,908 mi
Last recorded5,908 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM701 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2011 5,908 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 5,395 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 4,594 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 4,402 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 2,939 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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M701 FGT is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M701 FGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M701 FGT registered?

M701 FGT is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is M701 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M701 FGT shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M701 FGT have outstanding finance?

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